Capital One shares will come under the spotlight Tuesday after announcing a $35.3 billion all-stock agreement to acquire Discover Financial Services. Monitor these important chart levels.  ( 1 min )

Capital One shares will come under the spotlight Tuesday after announcing a $35.3 billion all-stock agreement to acquire Discover Financial Services. Monitor these important chart levels.  ( 19 min )

All major companies and industries have lobbyists representing their interests to lawmakers in D.C. Discover the top spenders on lobbying from 1998 to 2023.  ( 27 min )

Capital One announced an agreement late Monday to acquire Discover Financial Services in an all-stock transaction that would create a payments giant serving over 100 million customers.  ( 21 min )

Capital One announced an agreement late Monday to acquire Discover Financial Services in an all-stock transaction that would create a payments giant serving over 100 million customers.  ( 1 min )

Asian shares were pinned below 1-1/2 month highs on Tuesday as even a larger-than-expected interest rate cut in China failed to excite investors jaded at the lack of bigger stimulus measures. China's five-year loan prime rate was lowered by 25 basis points to 3.90%, bigger than the five to 15 bp cuts forecast by economists. "It is a significant cut, showing policymakers are serious," said OCBC foreign exchange strategist Christopher Wong, and ought to support currencies such as the Australian dollar.  ( 61 min )

Capital One Financial is buying Discover Financial Services for $35 billion, in a deal that would bring together two of the nation's biggest lenders and credit card issuers. Discover Financial shareholders will receive Capital One shares valued at nearly $140, according to a news release issued by the companies Monday. Virginia-based Capital One was the 12th largest U.S. bank as of the third quarter, with $471.4 billion in total assets and $346 billion in deposits, according to S&P Global.  ( 60 min )

NEW YORK/WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Capital One, a U.S. consumer lender backed by Warren Buffett, is in advanced talks to buy credit card issuer Discover Financial Services, with an announcement possible as early as Tuesday, people familiar with the matter said. While the exact size of the tie-up, which would combine two of the largest U.S. credit card companies, was not immediately clear, it has the potential to be the biggest U.S. bank deal since Bank of America's $50 billion takeover of Merrill Lynch in 2009. Capital One is valued at $52.2 billion, LSEG data shows, and is the fourth largest player in the U.S. credit card market by volume as of 2022, according to Nilson.  ( 62 min )

Huizenprijzen zitten inmiddels flink in de lift, maar op sommige plekken heb je toch kans op een betaalbare woning. Zo hoefde je vorig jaar in drie gemeenten gemiddeld minder dan 250.000 euro voor een woning te betalen: Pekela, Kerkrade en Heerlen.  ( 9 min )

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Albert Heijn waarschuwt maandag dat er kleine metaaldeeltjes kunnen zitten in AH Lunetta spritsen en AH Excellent Paas crème melange. Het is niet de eerste keer dat koekjes op deze manier in het nieuws komen.  ( 8 min )

Er komt een Europees onderzoek naar TikTok. Brussel wil weten of het bedrijf de Europese regels wel naleeft. Zo wordt onderzocht of de app minderjarige gebruikers goed beschermt.  ( 9 min )

Meereiskortingkaartjes van NS worden binnenkort niet meer verkocht bij de stationsautomaten. Abonnementhouders moeten voortaan in de NS-app een code aanmaken en deze delen met de 'meereizigers'. Zij kunnen dan met behulp van die code op de NS-site of in de app een kortingskaartje kopen.  ( 9 min )

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Meereiskortingkaartjes van NS worden binnenkort niet meer verkocht bij de stationsautomaten. Abonnementhouders moeten voortaan in de NS-app een QR-code aanmaken en deze delen met de 'meereizigers'. Zij kunnen dan met de code op de NS-site of in de app een kortingskaartje kopen.  ( 9 min )

Meereiskortingkaartjes van NS worden binnenkort niet meer verkocht bij de stationsautomaten. Abonnementhouders moeten voortaan in de NS-app een QR-code aanmaken en deze delen met de 'meereizigers'. Zij kunnen dan met de code op de NS-site of in de app een kortingskaartje kopen.  ( 9 min )

Een Amerikaanse man heeft een loterij aangeklaagd omdat die weigert een geldbedrag van 340 miljoen dollar (zo'n 315 miljoen euro) uit te keren. Hij dacht over het winnende lot te beschikken, maar de organisatie spreekt van een fout op de website.  ( 10 min )

Buitenlandse investeringen in China zijn in 2023 met 82 procent afgenomen ten opzichte van het jaar daarvoor. In dertig jaar zijn de investeringen niet zo laag geweest, blijkt uit cijfers van de Chinese State Administration of Foreign Exchange.  ( 8 min )

Studenten moeten meerdere jaren ingeschreven staan bij studentenhuisvesters voordat ze in aanmerking komen voor een zelfstandige studentenkamer. Regelmatig is die periode langer dan de duur van een studie, blijkt uit cijfers van verschillende sociale studentenhuisvesters.  ( 7 min )

De Eiffeltoren is maandag gesloten omdat het personeel in staking is gegaan. De werknemers willen hiermee protesteren tegen de manier waarop het monument in Parijs financieel wordt beheerd.  ( 8 min )

Hoewel de overheid de accijns op benzine en diesel niet heeft verhoogd, gaan de prijzen aan de pomp sinds begin dit jaar weer rap omhoog. De adviesprijs voor benzine is nu 2,17 euro en die voor diesel bijna 2 euro.  ( 9 min )

Nu het salderingsvoordeel voor zonnepaneleneigenaren behouden blijft, zoeken energieleveranciers andere manieren om kosten op die klanten af te wentelen. Als je zonnepanelen hebt, ga je bijbetalen of je komt niet in aanmerking voor aanbiedingen of lange contracten.  ( 12 min )

Nu het salderingsvoordeel voor zonnepaneleneigenaren behouden blijft, zoeken energieleveranciers andere manieren om kosten op die klanten af te wentelen. Als je zonnepanelen hebt, ga je bijbetalen of je komt niet in aanmerking voor aanbiedingen of lange contracten.  ( 11 min )

Nu het salderingsvoordeel voor zonnepaneleneigenaren behouden blijft, zoeken energieleveranciers andere manieren om kosten op die klanten af te wentelen. Als je zonnepanelen hebt, ga je bijbetalen of je komt niet in aanmerking voor aanbiedingen of lange contracten.  ( 11 min )

Grensoverschrijdend gedrag op de werkvloer: we raken er niet over uitgepraat. De ene na de andere organisatie komt in het nieuws omdat er sprake is van een onveilig werkklimaat. Waar komen die problemen vandaan, en hoe kunnen we het voorkomen?  ( 11 min )

Nu het salderingsvoordeel voor zonnepaneleneigenaren behouden blijft, zoeken energieleveranciers andere manieren om kosten op die klanten af te wentelen. Als je zonnepanelen hebt, ga je bijbetalen of je komt niet in aanmerking voor aanbiedingen of lange contracten.  ( 11 min )

Nu het salderingsvoordeel voor zonnepaneleneigenaren behouden blijft, zoeken energieleveranciers andere manieren om kosten op die klanten af te wentelen. Als je zonnepanelen hebt, ga je bijbetalen of je komt niet in aanmerking voor aanbiedingen of lange contracten.  ( 11 min )

Studenten moeten meerdere jaren ingeschreven staan bij studentenhuisvesters voordat ze in aanmerking komen voor een studentenkamer. Regelmatig is die periode langer dan de duur van een studie, blijkt uit cijfers van verschillende sociale studentenhuisvesters.  ( 11 min )

Refinancing a mortgage may be a good idea if you get a lower interest rate or drop private mortgage insurance (PMI), but there are disadvantages to refinancing to consider.  ( 26 min )

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A checking account is an account held at a financial institution that allows deposits and withdrawals. Learn how checking accounts work and how to get one.  ( 31 min )

The term mergers and acquisitions (M&A) refers to the consolidation of companies or their major assets through financial transactions between companies.  ( 34 min )

The book "Black Metropolis" provides powerful insights into African American history, sociology, and cultural studies that we can learn from today.  ( 28 min )

A supply curve is a representation of the relationship between the price of a good or service and the quantity supplied for a given period of time.  ( 27 min )

Soft patch refers to a period in which the economy has slowed down amidst a larger trend of economic growth.  ( 27 min )

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A furlough is a temporary layoff, an involuntary leave, or some other modification of normal working hours without pay for a specified duration.  ( 24 min )

Capital One reportedly is set to acquire Discover Financial Services in a deal that would join two of the major credit card companies in the U.S.  ( 18 min )

Monetary policy is a set of actions available to a nation's central bank to achieve sustainable economic growth by adjusting the money supply.  ( 27 min )

An index option is a financial derivative that gives the holder the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell the value of an underlying index.  ( 24 min )

A zero liability policy absolves a credit or debit cardholder from responsibility for fraudulent charges. But it may not apply in all circumstances.  ( 26 min )

A trillionaire is an individual with a net worth of more than one trillion in U.S. dollars or another similarly valued currency.  ( 25 min )

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An ETF of ETFs is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that tracks other ETFs rather than an underlying stock, bond, or index.  ( 22 min )

The biggest names in the investment world disclosed their holdings last week in required quarterly filings with the SEC. Here are some key takeaways.  ( 20 min )

Not all ETFs fit the short-term trading scenario. Investopedia tells you the main characteristics to shortlist ETFs for the best trading fit.  ( 25 min )

Block's Cash App is a peer-to-peer platform that brings in most of its money by selling Bitcoin to customers.  ( 25 min )

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Joint tenancy is an arrangement that allows beneficiaries to access your account without having to go to court.  ( 27 min )

A random variable is a variable whose value is unknown, or a function that assigns values to each of an experiment's outcomes.  ( 25 min )

The South African rand (ZAR) is the national currency of South Africa. Learn the rand's history, how its value has changed over time, and its role in international trade.  ( 26 min )

A free trade agreement reduces barriers to imports and exports between countries by eliminating all or most tariffs, quotas, subsidies, and prohibitions.  ( 28 min )

The demand curve is a graphical representation of the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity demanded.  ( 29 min )

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Google has initiated significant layoffs across its various teams, including the Voice Assistant, hardware, engineering and ad sales teams, marking a continuation of the tech industry’s trend towards reducing workforce expenses. The layoffs have affected hundreds of employees within the Voice Assistant unit; hardware teams responsible for Pixel, Nest and Fitbit products; and a considerable portion of the augmented reality (AR) team. This move is part of Google’s broader effort to streamline oper  ( 62 min )

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With so much economic and political uncertainty in the United States, consumers continue to wonder if their money is safe in the bank. With this fear swirling around and seemingly growing by the day, many people are investing in alternative assets, such as gold. Dave Ramsey — in true Dave Ramsey fashion — provided straightforward feedback on his thoughts about the U.S. banking system failing. "People are going and buying gold; banks are going to fail," he screamed. "It's like they live in the wi  ( 60 min )

Grant Cardone, a motivational speaker, social media influencer and real estate investor known for his bold statements, recently stirred controversy with his views on income levels. In a YouTube short, Cardone stated, "If I made $400 grand a year I would be embarrassed with myself as a husband, a father, basically as a human being. $400 grand. How do you make sense of $35,000 a month? You guys haven't done the math. You have not done the math because you cannot live on $400 grand a year." This pe  ( 61 min )

Everyone dreams of falling into a lump sum of money, but for most people, it's nothing more than that: a dream. But for Ken from Sacramento, California, things are a bit different. He inherited $50 million from his parents and called into the Dave Ramsey Show for advice on what to do with the money. After getting over the initial shock and asking some questions, Ramsey began to provide advice. Don't Miss: If the average American household is a millionaire, why do people feel so broke? Average re  ( 60 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Bayer AG is planning to slash its dividend by 95% in an effort to pay down debt as the German company looks to recover from multiple crises including a wave of litigation over Roundup herbicide.Most Read from BloombergLargest Covid Vaccine Study Yet Finds Links to Health ConditionsWall Street’s Moelis Bet Big on the Middle East. Now He’s Cashing InTrump Keeps NY Empire Intact as Judge Rescinds Asset-Sale OrderChina Stocks’ Insipid Reopen Adds Pressure on Beijing to Do MoreStocks P  ( 60 min )

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As China grapples with the fallout from a $7 trillion stock decline, officials are gearing up to brief President Xi Jinping on measures to stabilize the market. This move signifies Beijing’s urgency to restore investor confidence and halt the market’s slide, which has erased a significant value from Hong Kong and China equities since their 2021 peaks. The Shanghai Composite Index, for example, is down over 21% from its high in December 2021. The downturn has been attributed to a variety of facto  ( 62 min )

Germany's Bayer said on Monday that it was amending its dividend policy to pay the legal minimum for a period of three years to reduce debt in a decision it said it did not take lightly. The drugmaker said it was facing high debt and interest rates, as well as a "challenging free cash flow situation". "One of our top priorities is reducing debt and increasing flexibility," said Chief Executive Officer Bill Anderson.  ( 60 min )

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As you approach retirement, your net worth is a key indicator of your financial preparedness. Net worth is a fundamental financial metric in retirement planning because it shows how much wealth you have accumulated and can use to support yourself after you stop working. The net worth varies according to a number of factors, including […] The post What Should Your Net Worth Be at Retirement? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 62 min )

Unless you have given away more than $13 million in your lifetime, a $75,000 gift will not trigger the federal gift tax. Using this for a down payment also does not affect the result. A financial advisor with estate planning expertise can help you navigate the gift and estate taxes. Connect with a fiduciary advisor […] The post Do I Have to Worry About the Gift Tax If I Give My Son $75,000 Toward a Down Payment? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 64 min )

Nvidia has been a millionaire-maker stock in the past decade, but can it replicate those types of returns in the future?  ( 63 min )

The growth-focused money manager added to these three existing positions on Friday.  ( 62 min )

These stocks share at least two common denominators: a biopharmaceutical focus and great long-term prospects.  ( 63 min )

Super Micro Computer stock is up 180% year to date and over 700% in the past year. Is it still cheap?  ( 60 min )

Nvidia earnings are set to be the next big test for the market rally.  ( 64 min )

Russian President Vladimir Putin gave approval on Monday for HSBC to sell its Russian unit to privately-owned Expobank, paving the way for the British lender to extricate itself from the Russian market after months of negotiations. HSBC said in June 2022 that it had agreed to sell a 100% stake in the unit, HSBC Bank (RR) LLC, to Expobank. Moscow has steadily tightened restrictions on foreign asset sales since then, with banks requiring Putin's approval for any deal.  ( 60 min )

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Coinbase has taken the slower path to growth, and it's now paying off with higher market share and the trust of the biggest institutions in the world.  ( 60 min )

Two of these stocks represent some of the best potential applications for AI technology.  ( 63 min )

Some stocks are cheap for a good reason, but these three look enticing.  ( 63 min )

With another Bitcoin "halving" on the horizon, competition in the Bitcoin mining industry is going to heat up.  ( 62 min )

Appian jumped following its recent earnings report; is there more to come?  ( 62 min )

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By one metric, Nvidia just surpassed Alphabet and Amazon in size.  ( 63 min )

Indeed has found that everyone, from baby boomers to hiring managers, is guilty of not showing up for interviews—but Gen Z are by far the worst offenders.  ( 61 min )

Shares are dirt cheap, so value-focused investors might be eyeing the business.  ( 62 min )

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The Oracle of Omaha has made an absolute killing on this top tech enterprise.  ( 62 min )

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This beauty products specialist is growing quickly thanks to rising customer traffic.  ( 62 min )

Super Micro Computer's stock price fell significantly, causing investors to consider buying shares of this excellent artificial intelligence stock.  ( 60 min )

Growing the dividend has become a top priority for Occidental Petroleum.  ( 62 min )

It's easy to see why the hedge fund billionaire likes this stock.  ( 62 min )

Qualcomm stock is on a nice rally, but is it still an excellent value for long-term investors?  ( 60 min )

These companies will build an ever-growing stream of passive income, one share at a time.  ( 63 min )

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Shares of these reliable businesses could produce heaps of passive income.  ( 62 min )

Will the AI tailwind be great enough to justify Nvidia's premium valuation?  ( 62 min )

While Nvidia remains a compelling investment, Wall Street analysts see more upside in Amazon and Docebo now.  ( 63 min )

This Buffett stock looks like a great way to build solid long-term returns.  ( 62 min )

Softer-than-expected economic data has provided the first gut check for investors since consensus began embracing a soft landing for the US economy in December.  ( 61 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com Inc. is the latest company to consider buying UK electronics retailer Currys Plc, the Telegraph newspaper reported Sunday, at a time that the Beijing-based retailer is seeking new avenues to drive growth faced with rising competition at home. Most Read from BloombergTrump Keeps NY Empire Intact as Judge Rescinds Asset-Sale OrderLargest Covid Vaccine Study Yet Finds Links to Health ConditionsRecord US Stock Rally Is Under Threat From a World in Turmo  ( 61 min )

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There are things you need to know while you're working that will impact your future retirement benefits, so check them out now.  ( 61 min )

ARK offloaded Coinbase shares from ARK Innovation ETF, ARK Next Generation Internet ETF, and ARK Fintech Innovation ETF.  ( 60 min )

Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng said it would hire 4,000 this year and invest millions in artificial intelligence, as it seeks to survive what it describes as a "bloody sea" of competition in the world's largest auto market.  ( 60 min )

However, ether will likely capture more hype and mindshare in the coming months on a potential ETF listing, one analyst said.  ( 60 min )

High hopes China's markets would return from the break with a spring in their step have yet to be met, with modest gains for stocks so far. Tourism revenues during the Lunar New Year holiday did surge by 47% on a year earlier as more than 61 million rail trips were taken, though the comparison was flattered by a particularly weak season last year. The country's central bank skipped a chance to cut rates again on Sunday, which will likely limit downward pressure on the yuan, but with deflation looming, analysts see plenty of scope for further policy stimulus.  ( 60 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Chinese stocks languished as onshore traders returned from the Lunar New Year holidays, with broader caution toward the market offsetting buoyant travel and spending data. Most Read from BloombergTrump Keeps NY Empire Intact as Judge Rescinds Asset-Sale OrderRecord US Stock Rally Is Under Threat From a World in TurmoilChina Stocks Primed for Bullish Reopen After Upbeat DataSystemic Risk Concerns Grow Among Money Managers as Real Estate Woes Cause TurmoilWall Street’s Moelis Bet Bi  ( 59 min )

(Bloomberg) -- SoftBank Group Corp.’s stock rose as founder Masayoshi Son considers the creation of a $100 billion chip venture that would supply AI-enabling semiconductors.Most Read from BloombergTrump Keeps NY Empire Intact as Judge Rescinds Asset-Sale OrderRecord US Stock Rally Is Under Threat From a World in TurmoilSystemic Risk Concerns Grow Among Money Managers as Real Estate Woes Cause TurmoilWall Street’s Moelis Bet Big on the Middle East. Now He’s Cashing InChina Stocks Primed for Bulli  ( 61 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Asian shares are set for a mixed start after Wall Street slumped on Friday amid signs US inflation is stickier than expected. Chinese stocks are poised for a strong open after a week-long holiday.Most Read from BloombergTrump Keeps NY Empire Intact as Judge Rescinds Asset-Sale OrderRecord US Stock Rally Is Under Threat From a World in TurmoilSystemic Risk Concerns Grow Among Money Managers as Real Estate Woes Cause TurmoilTop Investors Share the Toughest Lessons They Had to LearnC  ( 62 min )

Capital One reportedly is set to acquire Discover Financial Services in a deal that would join two of the major credit card companies in the U.S.  ( 1 min )

The biggest names in the investment world disclosed their holdings last week in required quarterly filings with the SEC. Here are some key takeaways.  ( 1 min )

Both are managed portfolios built from pooled funds to achieve returns through diversification. Mutual funds are available for the general public while hedge funds are limited to accredited investors.  ( 28 min )

A hostile takeover is the acquisition of one company by another without approval from the target company's management.  ( 27 min )

The top shareholders of eBay are Vanguard, BlackRock, and State Street Corporation. Company insiders Pierre Omidyar, Devin Wenig and Jamie Iannone also have substantial holdings.  ( 22 min )

Property tax is an annual or semiannual charge levied by a local government and paid by the owners of real estate within its jurisdiction.  ( 26 min )

You don't need to be ultra-wealthy to create a trust fund that will help you protect your family's financial future.  ( 30 min )

A postnuptial agreement is created by spouses after entering into marriage to outline the division of financial assets in the event of a divorce.  ( 24 min )

Consumers may not know they can shop for cheaper car insurance. This article features step-by-step instructions on how to evaluate and cut your costs.  ( 23 min )

A deductible is what you pay before a car insurance company provides coverage for damage or loss. Learn how deductibles in car insurance work.  ( 27 min )

Full coverage car insurance is auto insurance that includes liability, collision, and comprehensive policies. Learn more about what full coverage car insurance entails.  ( 26 min )

The majority lies to save on premiums—but consequences can be severe for not owning up to things like tickets, accidents, and how much you drive your car.  ( 26 min )

Credit card rental car insurance is coverage to pay for damage to a rental car that you rent with the card. Here’s how it works and which cards offer primary coverage.  ( 33 min )

PEST analysis (political, economic, social, and technological) is an analytical method used by companies to determine what major external factors could affect their business.  ( 25 min )

Conflict theory states that society is in a constant state of conflict due to competition for limited resources.  ( 30 min )

Gross national product (GNP) includes GDP, income earned by residents from overseas investments, minus income earned by foreign residents.  ( 26 min )

We rank the 10 largest insurance companies by market capitalization, market share, and sales. Check out which insurance companies made our list.  ( 24 min )

The acronym PLC, or public limited company, indicates that shares in the firm are publicly traded. This abbreviation is used in the United Kingdom.  ( 26 min )

Infrastructure is the basic facilities and systems serving a country, city, or area, such as transportation, power plants, and schools.  ( 26 min )

Learn how China, Hong Kong, and America are contributing to producing and exporting electronics globally as the top countries in the sector today.  ( 22 min )

Joint liability means that more than one person is responsible legally to pay back a loan, cover damages, or otherwise satisfy a liability.  ( 21 min )

A tri-party agreement is a business deal between three separate parties, commonly during the construction phase of a new home.  ( 21 min )

Flying to Hawaii can be expensive. Here is a guide explaining the cheapest times to fly there.  ( 23 min )

The de minimis exemption lets investment advisors sidestep registration requirements in states where they have a small number of clients and no place of business.  ( 25 min )

Discover how human resource planning might be used to estimate the correct demand for labor in a given market, both qualitatively and quantitatively.  ( 19 min )

The top shareholders of American Airlines are W. Douglas Parker, Robert D. Isom, Stephen L. Johnson, Vanguard Group, Primecap Management Company, and BlackRock.  ( 23 min )

For high earners in these countries, the tax rate percentage on income exceeding a certain threshold can reach into the high 50s and low 60s.  ( 29 min )

The Fear & Greed Index was developed by CNN Business to measure how emotions influence how much investors are willing to pay for stocks.  ( 25 min )

The top Tesla shareholders are Elon Musk, Kimbal Musk, Jeffrey Straubel, Vanguard, BlackRock, and State Street.  ( 22 min )

Brokered certificates of deposit are CDs that can be traded on the secondary market. Learn how brokered CDs work.  ( 24 min )

The backdoor Roth IRA strategy allows taxpayers to set up a Roth IRA even if their income exceeds the IRS earnings ceiling for Roth ownership.  ( 27 min )

A Roth IRA is a retirement plan that comes with many benefits. Learn how to open a Roth IRA in a few steps.  ( 32 min )

Deciding which IRA is better for you, a Roth IRA or a traditional IRA, depends on knowing the timing of their tax breaks, eligibility standards, and the access they offer.  ( 29 min )

Core durable goods orders refers to new orders for U.S. core durable goods, which are the total durable goods orders excluding transportation equipment.  ( 24 min )

A Volumetric Production Payment is a type of investment that involves the owner of an oil and gas interest monetizing a specific volume of production.  ( 21 min )

An income bond is a type of debt security where only the face value of the bond is promised to be paid to the investor, while coupons only are paid as income is received.  ( 21 min )

Coming up: earnings from Nvidia, Walmart, Home Depot, Palo Alto Networks, and more, along with Fed meeting minutes and federal student loan repayment proposals.  ( 19 min )

When calculating how much money you need to retire comfortably, it's important to factor in the effect of rising living costs.  ( 30 min )

The term Third World is an outdated and offensive phrase historically used to describe economically underdeveloped nations.  ( 25 min )

A mutual fund is an investment vehicle consisting of a portfolio of stocks, bonds, or other securities, overseen by a professional money manager.  ( 39 min )

A quota or protectionism is a government-imposed trade restriction limiting the number or value of goods a nation imports or exports during a specific time.  ( 29 min )

An account executive is a manager who is primarily responsible for a corporate account, whether for an individual or a corporate client.  ( 26 min )

A chief executive officer (CEO) is the highest-ranking executive of a firm. CEOs act as the company's public face and make major corporate decisions.  ( 30 min )

Understanding the difference between long- and short-term capital gains ensures that the benefits of your investment portfolio outweigh the tax costs.  ( 35 min )

De Nederlandse industrie heeft een zwaar jaar achter de rug. Het aantal faillissementen in 2023 komt uit op 270, het grootste aantal in vijf jaar.  ( 9 min )

In februari gaan Nederlandse skiërs en snowboarders massaal op wintersport. Maar dit jaar is het warm in de Alpen en is de sneeuw zeker in de lagergelegen skigebieden papperig en zacht. Wat zijn je mogelijkheden als je last-minute nog wil annuleren?  ( 10 min )

De Duitse vakbond Verdi heeft het grondpersoneel van luchtvaartmaatschappij Lufthansa opgeroepen tot een nieuwe grote staking op dinsdag. Door de actie zullen er waarschijnlijk weer veel vluchten uitvallen of vertragen, net als bij een eerdere staking deze maand.  ( 9 min )

De Comac C919 heeft zondag met een fly-by op de Singapore Airshow zijn eerste vlucht buiten Chinees grondgebied gemaakt. China investeert fors in het toestel om de overmacht van de westerse bedrijven Boeing en Airbus te doorbreken.  ( 9 min )

De verkoop van springvormen en spuitzakken neemt nog steeds toe als meesterpatissier Robèrt van Beckhoven weer in Heel Holland Bakt verschijnt. Bakwinkels volgen ook dit seizoen weer nauwgezet welke spullen voorbijkomen, zodat ze die kunnen verkopen aan enthousiaste kijkers.  ( 11 min )

De Chinese centrale bank laat de rente voorlopig ongemoeid, ondanks de zwakke economische groei en dalende consumentenprijzen in het land. De beleidsmakers pompen wel opnieuw geld in het financiële systeem. China heeft de op een na grootste economie van de wereld.  ( 9 min )

Jumbo wil kunstmatige intelligentie gaan inzetten in zijn strijd tegen winkeldiefstal. Voor de supermarktketen is dit mogelijk een fantastische oplossing, maar critici vrezen weer een volgende stap op het gebied van massasurveillance.  ( 13 min )

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China's markets open on Monday after the Lunar New Year holiday, with investors hoping positive momentum across the region last week can continue despite signs that U.S. inflation, and therefore interest rates, may be stickier than thought. Asian stocks are on a decent run - the MSCI Asia & Pacific ex-Japan index posted its best week of the year last week, a gain of 2%, and its longest weekly winning streak in over a year of four 'up' weeks in a row. Was it a coincidence that China was closed?  ( 60 min )

Toyota’s revenue and earrings are larger than Tesla’s though its market cap is not nearly as high, suggesting the automaker could have significant upside.  ( 67 min )

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This high-flying tech stock has received a big shot in the arm following its latest earnings report.  ( 63 min )

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These dominant companies have compelling business qualities.  ( 62 min )

Arm Holdings stock is going to the moon following a rock-solid earnings beat.  ( 62 min )

Supermicro is proving Nvidia isn't the only artificial intelligence stock where investors can make money.  ( 61 min )

When I retired in September 2022, my 401(k) was invested aggressively (90/10 split between stocks to bonds) and lost approximately 30%. I left the 401(k) invested in mutual funds in hopes it would gain back some of the losses. A year later it has gained back approximately 20%. I'm not required to take RMDs for […] The post Ask an Advisor: I’m 5 Years Away From RMDs But Recently Lost 30% of My 401(k). Should I Stay Aggressive to Regain My Losses or Rebalance? appeared first on SmartReads by Smart  ( 62 min )

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The S&P 500 recently surpassed 5,000 points for the first time in history, but Wall Street analysts see more upside this year.  ( 63 min )

I am selling my house and the price is $504,999. After paying off this house I will net $400,000. Do I have to pay a capital gains tax as I’m planning to pay off my retirement home with the money I netted? – Thomas The answer is solidly "it depends," both in terms of whether […] The post AAA: I’m Selling My House and Netting $400k to ‘Pay Off My Retirement Home.’ Do I Have to Pay Capital Gains Tax? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 62 min )

Nvidia is spreading some of its enormous wealth across other areas of the artificial intelligence (AI) industry.  ( 63 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Apple Inc. will face a European Union fine close to €500 million ($539 million) over the regulator’s investigation into allegations it silenced music-streaming rivals, including Spotify Technology SA, on its platforms. Most Read from BloombergTrump Keeps NY Empire Intact as Judge Rescinds Asset-Sale OrderRecord US Stock Rally Is Under Threat From a World in TurmoilChina Stocks Primed for Bullish Reopen After Upbeat DataWall Street’s Moelis Bet Big on the Middle East. Now He’s Cash  ( 61 min )

Snowflake, DigitalOcean, and Wolfspeed could be multibaggers for long-term investors.  ( 63 min )

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Investors have their eyes on Roku stock after the latest earnings report.  ( 62 min )

These best-of-breed companies offer near-term growth catalysts and remain attractively valued.  ( 62 min )

Although no one doubts how dominant Apple is on a global stage, its investment merits might be limited.  ( 62 min )

These tech stocks have enormous growth potential thanks to rising demand for AI.  ( 62 min )

It may be best known for its diabetes treatment, Ozempic, but Novo Nordisk has a host of other blockbuster drugs, too.  ( 63 min )

These companies have done excellent jobs increasing their dividends over the years.  ( 63 min )

Energy Transfer should be able to support its 9% dividend, but there is one major headwind investors need to understand.  ( 62 min )

Growing adoption of generative AI in this important industry could send this hard-charging tech stock higher.  ( 63 min )

There aren't many stocks worth holding forever, but Berkshire Hathaway is an exception.  ( 62 min )

Johnson & Johnson has been a stalwart in the healthcare industry for decades, but has it made for a good investment?  ( 63 min )

Profitable growth has sent the stock surging to new highs, but HSBC analysts see more upside.  ( 61 min )

This business has a multidecade track record for annual dividend hikes.  ( 62 min )

The year started with markets bracing for almost six interest rate cuts this year. So much for that narrative.  ( 63 min )

Find out how to turn the stock market's misjudgment into your money-making advantage. This healthy growth stock is falling for all the wrong reasons.  ( 62 min )

That price target implies upside of almost 30%.  ( 61 min )

The company's CEO is stepping down, and this analyst believes it's a good thing.  ( 61 min )

These AI stocks have truly hit their stride. Is it time for some much-needed stock splits?  ( 63 min )

Lucid, Symbotic, and CrowdStrike could soar higher by the end of the decade.  ( 62 min )

These growth stocks are taking advantage of strong catalysts to increase their revenue and profits.  ( 63 min )

One of the greatest hedge fund managers of his generation is going all-in on AI.  ( 64 min )

This once-iconic company is finding new life as something very different than what it was.  ( 64 min )

Nvidia is the one that got away, but I don't want to make that mistake again.  ( 62 min )

Buffett's company reverses course and adds to its Chevron position.  ( 62 min )

The stock is surging thanks to accelerating demand for artificial intelligence (AI). There's probably more to come.  ( 62 min )

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The stock hasn't split in two decades. It might be time.  ( 62 min )

These stocks reward you during any market environment.  ( 63 min )

The businesses underlying these stocks have a lot of growing to do.  ( 63 min )

The stock has doubled in just one week.  ( 62 min )

The streaming giant's share price dove following its latest earnings report, but the long-term growth story is intact.  ( 62 min )

CEOs have spoken and the impact from protests is real and material.  ( 64 min )

Investors may not realize how quickly this story is improving.  ( 62 min )

Walmart's stock split history presents a murky picture.  ( 62 min )

There's no such thing as a sure thing, but these high-yield dividend stocks should be reliable sources of passive income.  ( 63 min )

Investing a little bit of money into these dividend stocks each month could grow into a big nest egg by retirement.  ( 63 min )

Wall Street has mixed opinions on this hot AI stock's valuation.  ( 61 min )

PayPal stock trades near its cheapest valuation in history, and one Wall Street analyst sees triple-digit upside for shareholders.  ( 62 min )

We've only seen this happen six times since 1871.  ( 64 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Investors and firms are flagging that the war in the Middle East poses a major risk for earnings as boycotts dampen sales and Red Sea shipping chaos threatens their supply chains. Most Read from BloombergTrump Keeps NY Empire Intact as Judge Rescinds Asset-Sale OrderSystemic Risk Concerns Grow Among Money Managers as Real Estate Woes Cause TurmoilTop Investors Share the Toughest Lessons They Had to LearnUK, Allies Look to Arm Ukraine With AI-Enabled Swarm DronesTrump Organization  ( 61 min )

The stock will still be crushing the market in all likelihood.  ( 62 min )

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Even a modest starting investment in the right stocks could pay off in the years ahead.  ( 63 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Chinese stocks look poised for a strong open when onshore traders return from the Lunar New Year break, with buoyant travel and tourism data seen bringing a much-needed relief to one of the world’s worst-performing major markets.Most Read from BloombergTrump Keeps NY Empire Intact as Judge Rescinds Asset-Sale OrderTrump Organization Hit With $365 Million Fine in Fraud TrialUK, Allies Look to Arm Ukraine With AI-Enabled Swarm DronesTop Investors Share the Toughest Lessons They Had  ( 61 min )

Coming up: earnings from Nvidia, Walmart, Home Depot, Palo Alto Networks, and more, along with Fed meeting minutes and federal student loan repayment proposals.  ( 1 min )

It's important to understand how certificates of deposit are handled as part of one's estate after death.  ( 26 min )

In the world of marijuana ETFs, the distinction is crucial.  ( 24 min )

When you earn interest on a certificate of deposit, you must report it as income and pay taxes on it.  ( 25 min )

Straight line basis is the simplest method of calculating depreciation and amortization, the process of expensing an asset over a specific period.  ( 24 min )

The internal rate of return (IRR) rule is a guideline for evaluating whether a project or investment is worth pursuing.  ( 26 min )

Changes in the prime rate don't directly impact rates that banks pay on certificates of deposit (CDs), but the two may both go up around the same time.  ( 28 min )

Learn about the tax benefits of owning units in a master limited partnership, and understand how distributions are treated for tax purposes.  ( 20 min )

This is often the first - and most costly - level of analysis to be overlooked.  ( 29 min )

What are the advantages and disadvantages of issuing stock options for employees? We look at why stock options are popular, and how they can be mutually beneficial to both employers and employees.  ( 26 min )

Specialty CDs offer features such as the ability to add to the principal or avoid early withdrawal fees. Some options offer more flexibility but may have lower rates than standard CDs.  ( 27 min )

Account holders can name almost anyone as a transfer on death (TOD) beneficiary.  ( 23 min )

Young adults face a bewildering array of investment options from real estate to retirement plans and short-term investments. Be cautious when buying products or services.  ( 25 min )

Actress Sofia Vergara's latest show, "Griselda," has remained No. 1 on Netflix for three straight weeks. She is one of the highest-paid actresses in the industry and has made millions from her award-winning role on "Modern Family" and lucrative endorsement and licensing deals.  ( 21 min )

CD beneficiaries inherit account balances when the account owner passes away. Learn what rules apply to CD beneficiaries.  ( 26 min )

Find out what kind of impact tax policy can have on entrepreneurship in the U.S. and why all economic agents have an incentive to reduce their taxes.  ( 21 min )

Read about the importance of contingent liabilities during an audit, why audits are necessary and how contingent liabilities are reviewed by auditors.  ( 20 min )

Business continuity plans (BCPs) establishes protocols and creates prevention and recovery systems in case of a cyber-attack or natural disaster.  ( 26 min )

The price difference between a business class ticket and first class ticket is hefty, but what are the differences in amenities? Is the expense worth it?  ( 25 min )

Next of kin is usually defined as a person's closest living blood relative, someone who may have inheritance rights, and obligations.  ( 29 min )

Eminent domain is the power the U.S. government, states, and municipalities to take private property for public use, after paying just compensation.  ( 29 min )

CDs are FDIC-insured, so they do not lose money. However, broker-issued CD accounts do carry risks.  ( 28 min )

NPV and IRR are popular ways to measure the return of an investment project. Learn how net present value and internal rate of return are used to determine the potential of a new investment.  ( 24 min )

Bitcoin miner stocks are outpacing the price of Bitcoin, which hit its highest level since 2021 as the cryptocurrency goes mainstream with the recent approval of a Bitcoin ETF.  ( 20 min )

A Master of Public Administration is a degree in public affairs that prepares graduates to serve in executive positions in government and NGOs.  ( 27 min )

The modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) you report on your tax return is used to determine if you qualify for certain tax benefits.  ( 32 min )

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The Latin American fintech stock has grown at a staggering rate. Is it too late to buy?  ( 62 min )

Sometimes, the winning move doesn't look right at first.  ( 63 min )

Nvidia and Palantir are positioned to take advantage of two big AI opportunities that could help them deliver outstanding growth.  ( 63 min )

These stocks have a lot going for them.  ( 62 min )

Check out two hidden gems lurking in this bull market, ready to emerge and make money for shrewd growth investors.  ( 63 min )

This adtech stock is dirt cheap and has a lot of growth potential.  ( 62 min )

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The semiconductor giant has reportedly set its sights on a lucrative niche within the AI chip market.  ( 63 min )

Ark Invest says Bitcoin could skyrocket as spot ETFs and the next "halving" event boost demand for the cryptocurrency.  ( 63 min )

With a revamped business model, Coinbase is proving why it's a leader in a burgeoning industry.  ( 63 min )

Google's parent company faces unpredictable long-term challenges.  ( 63 min )

A 74-year-old widower wants to leave money to his kids free and clear — but isn’t sure if it’s the best financial decision.  ( 63 min )

The trend is your friend.  ( 62 min )

The healthcare industry often remains resilient amid macro headwinds, and these two stocks are prime examples.  ( 63 min )

Does Big Blue finally have a shot at joining the 12-zero club?  ( 63 min )

There are no certainties in life or on the stock market. These companies' dividends are about as close as we can get.  ( 63 min )

Patience will be rewarded with these stocks.  ( 62 min )

Energy Transfer's 8.7%-yielding payout is on a very firm foundation.  ( 62 min )

The stock rocketed higher after the company released a strong earnings report, but its momentum might run out.  ( 61 min )

The market's pricing is in far more doubt than is merited, translating into an opportunity for long-term-minded investors.  ( 64 min )

The Oracle of Omaha might be repeating a mistake he made in 2020.  ( 62 min )

Most stocks are overpriced right now, but a handful of worthy names remain at reasonable valuations.  ( 64 min )

These companies are showing the kind of growth that can make you richer over the long term.  ( 63 min )

This oft-overlooked chipmaker is still firing on all cylinders.  ( 62 min )

When halving occurs, mining companies earn fewer Bitcoins.  ( 62 min )

Right now, Block stock offers a rare combination of high growth and deep value.  ( 62 min )

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3M has treated its investors royally over the years.  ( 63 min )

Wall Street analysts have high sales expectations for Apple's new "spatial computing" device.  ( 61 min )

Can this high-flying AI stock continue delivering robust gains to investors?  ( 62 min )

Nvidia and Palantir are two of the biggest names in AI investing.  ( 62 min )

There are other AI stocks worth buying that aren't named Nvidia.  ( 62 min )

Here's why Wall Street sees strong upside in Ford stock.  ( 61 min )

For investors looking for the best the EV industry has to offer, there's just one choice.  ( 63 min )

With all eyes on the AI community's favorite chip designer, this more reliable performer isn't getting the attention it deserves.  ( 63 min )

The industrial giant continues to face legal setbacks, and end-market and operational challenges.  ( 62 min )

Valuation and stock growth could mean a near-term pullback for these increasingly popular stocks.  ( 62 min )

Realty Income offers a lower-risk way to earn a growing income stream and higher total returns.  ( 62 min )

Confluent is developing a technology that every investor should learn about.  ( 63 min )

These three stocks have good things going and could make investors very happy this year.  ( 62 min )

Employers complain of a worker shortage, but would-be hires see a long and arduous screening process.  ( 63 min )

I'm expecting more and paying less with this retail giant.  ( 62 min )

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It provides a high yield, security, and growth.  ( 62 min )

Improving growth with these leaders in e-commerce and entertainment could send their stocks higher over the next few years.  ( 62 min )

These dividend stocks offer monster payouts for risk-tolerant investors.  ( 63 min )

Analyst Dan Ives says Apple is headed to $4 trillion in 2024.  ( 63 min )

Vanguard is one of the most trusted names on Wall Street.  ( 62 min )

The growth-driven Nasdaq Composite still hasn't put the 2022 bear market completely in the rearview mirror, which means bargains abound for opportunistic investors.  ( 65 min )

(Bloomberg) -- For European stocks, the year started like much of the past decade — a struggle to keep up with gains on Wall Street. But now some investors say the familiar pattern is about to be challenged. Most Read from BloombergTrump Organization Hit With $365 Million Fine in Fraud TrialWall Street Ends Wild Week on Sour Note After PPI: Markets WrapAlexey Navalny, Jailed Activist Who Defied Putin, Dies at 47Black-Swan ETFs Are Facing Their Own Doomsday After a 99% Plunge‘Peak Euphoria’ Warni  ( 62 min )

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The activist investor scored a quick settlement with JetBlue after disclosing a 10% stake this week.  ( 61 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Investors are so taken with Nvidia Corp.’s prospects that they are willing to follow the chipmaker’s lead when it comes to investing in smaller companies.Most Read from BloombergTrump Organization Hit With $365 Million Fine in Fraud TrialWall Street Ends Wild Week on Sour Note After PPI: Markets WrapAlexey Navalny, Jailed Activist Who Defied Putin, Dies at 47Black-Swan ETFs Are Facing Their Own Doomsday After a 99% Plunge‘Peak Euphoria’ Warning Blares as Stress Vanishes on Wall St  ( 60 min )

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ChatGPT-moederbedrijf OpenAI heeft een deal gesloten waardoor werknemers hun aandelen in het bedrijf kunnen verkopen. Dat meldt persbureau Bloomberg op basis van een bron. Door de deal komt de waarde van OpenAI nu uit op 86 miljard dollar, omgerekend bijna 80 miljard euro.  ( 8 min )

Popster Taylor Swift gaf vrijdag haar eerste van zeven optredens in Australië van de populaire wereldtournee The Eras Tour. Door de concertenreeks krijgt de economie van het land een tijdelijke boost.  ( 9 min )

Instagram kan zorgen voor een slecht zelfbeeld bij tieners, en met de opkomst van generatieve AI kan dit probleem toenemen. Niet eerder was het zo makkelijk om oneindig veel afbeeldingen van (niet-bestaande) vrouwen te maken die de perfecte maten hebben en een smetteloze huid.  ( 12 min )

De komst van de nieuwe generatie Switch-console van Nintendo wordt uitgesteld naar begin 2025. Dat heeft Nintendo volgens persbureau Bloomberg tegen uitgevers van de games gezegd. De opvolger van de populaire Switch zou eind dit jaar gelanceerd worden.  ( 8 min )

De grote Europese techwet voor digitale diensten geldt vanaf vandaag ook voor internetproviders, online diensten en verkoopplatformen zoals bol en Marktplaats. Met die wet wil Brussel ons internet een stuk veiliger maken.  ( 10 min )

GroenLinks-PvdA wil er met een wetswijziging voor zorgen dat alle fossiele subsidies uiterlijk in 2030 zijn afgeschaft. Het linkse blok wil die einddatum vastleggen in de Klimaatwet en het kabinet verplichten tot een jaarlijkse update over de voortgang.  ( 11 min )

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Super Micro Computer stock is still up 763% over the last year, but the incredible bull took a step back today. It could pick back up.  ( 62 min )

Next week’s earnings report from chipmaker Nvidia could prove a gut check for one of the market’s hottest names, and for the artificial intelligence fever that has helped power gains for U.S. stocks in recent months. Excitement over the business potential of AI has boosted Nvidia’s shares by more than 46% since Jan. 1. Its $570 billion increase in market capitalization is more than triple the market value of Intel.  ( 63 min )

High profit margin sales of semiconductor equipment to China could be a double-edged sword for Applied Materials stock.  ( 61 min )

Passive income investors are interested in Chevron stock because of its robust dividend yield.  ( 60 min )

Perhaps the most famous value investor of all time, Warren Buffett is strongly against Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, saying, "You can’t value Bitcoin because it’s not a value-producing asset." Buffett and his holding company Berkshire Hathaway Inc. have been well-known for their investments in stable and profitable companies. Buffett believes in investments that create value, instead of relying on investor sentiment. "If you buy something like Bitcoin or some cryptocurrency, you don’t real  ( 61 min )

Boeing has a backlog of orders that should prevent a severe fall-off in customer demand.  ( 60 min )

"We know that value is top of mind for consumers," says Target EVP Rick Gomez of the new dealworthy line, "backed by our owned brand promise."  ( 62 min )

Nvidia stock has been on fire as enterprises rush to get their hands on its popular GPUs.  ( 60 min )

Warren Buffett is arguably the greatest investor of all time, and he runs a concentrated portfolio. That doesn't mean you should do the same.  ( 60 min )

CDs and Treasury bills provide advantages over traditional savings accounts, but there are some key differences to keep in mind.  ( 61 min )

Investors have punished Tilray's stock, which is down more than 90% in three years.  ( 62 min )

Investors are bracing for a potential Producer Price Inflation surprise after the CPI report spooked markets.  ( 73 min )

The Quantum Fund's historical performance is most often associated with Co-Founder George Soros. The fund achieved an average annual return of 30% from 1970-2000. Perhaps Soros's most famous bet came against the pound in 1992 when it netted his fund about $1 billion in one trade, considered by some to be the greatest currency trade of all time. However, Soros didn't start the Quantum Fund alone. Instead, he founded it alongside another now-famous investor, Jim Rogers. While Rogers left the fund  ( 60 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Former Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers said the Federal Reserve and other agencies are right to be probing financial risks tied to commercial properties, saying this was a more important effort in the near term than its initiative to boost capital standards among big banks.Most Read from BloombergTrump Organization Hit With $365 Million Fine in Fraud TrialWall Street Ends Wild Week on Sour Note After PPI: Markets WrapAlexey Navalny, Jailed Activist Who Defied Putin, Dies at 47  ( 60 min )

Investors in The Walt Disney Co. (NYSE:DIS) have received promising news, as the entertainment giant recently announced a substantial uptick in its January dividend. This move marks a significant shift in Disney’s dividend policy and presents a compelling opportunity for shareholders seeking enhanced returns. Disney, renowned for its iconic characters, theme parks, blockbuster films and streaming has a storied history of rewarding investors through cash dividends. Since it initiated cash dividen  ( 61 min )

Bloom also announced the departure of its president and chief financial officer after four years on the job.  ( 61 min )

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U.S.-based Eli Lilly and Denmark's Novo Nordisk have struck gold with their weight-loss drugs, sending their shares to stratospheric levels and putting them on par with some high-growth tech stocks. Retail and institutional investors alike have flocked to the two stocks in the past year, as they bet on explosive demand for the companies' obesity drugs, called GLP-1 agonists, in a market that some analysts expect could breach $100 billion. Lilly shares trade 56.17 times the earnings estimates for the next 12 months, while Novo has a price-to-earnings (PE) multiple of 35.84, according to LSEG data.  ( 61 min )

Check out how The Trade Desk notched a two-year peak in its stock chart, fueled by robust revenue growth and strategic buybacks.  ( 61 min )

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Find the latest Duke Energy Corporation (Holdin (DUK) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

If AI in 2023 was all about the big companies like Nvidia, Google, and Microsoft, 2024 is shaping up to be about the smaller players catching the wave.  ( 61 min )

Citadel LLC is one of the largest hedge funds based in the U.S., with approximately $92.46 billion in total assets under management as of Sept. 30, 2023. Citadel has generated roughly $74 billion in total gains since its inception in 1990, making it the most successful hedge fund of all time. Founded by Ken Griffin, Citadel was the second best-performing fund in 2023, raking in approximately $8.1 billion in profits last year. Griffin, who serves as the CEO and co-chief investment officer for Cit  ( 62 min )

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Roku's near-term headwinds are dampening sentiment despite an overall strong Q4 earnings report.  ( 62 min )

Shares in Super Micro Computer Inc were down almost 12% on Friday after hitting a record high earlier in the session and closing Thursday's session up more than 250% for the year-to-date as investors have been betting on the stock as a big beneficiary of strong artificial intelligence technology demand. Wells Fargo analyst Aaron Rakers started covering the stock on Friday with an equal weight rating, saying the shares were already discounting "solid upside". "SMCI's AI-fueled fundamental momentum, underpinned by engineering-first differentiation, has been nothing less than remarkable and should support some sustainable valuation re-rate," said Rakers in a research note.  ( 60 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Super Micro Computer Inc. is riding a historic rally, but there’s still one thing holding it back from even greater gains: the availability of semiconductors.Most Read from BloombergAlexey Navalny, Jailed Activist Who Defied Putin, Dies at 47Bond Yields Climb as PPI Curbs Dovish Fed Wagers: Markets WrapHawaii Rightly Rejects Supreme Court’s Gun NonsenseApple Readies AI Tool to Rival Microsoft’s GitHub CopilotPutin Steps Into US Race to Back ‘Old-Style’ Biden Over Trump“There is a  ( 60 min )

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Investors are bracing for a potential producer price inflation surprise after the CPI report spooked markets.  ( 65 min )

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In a truly educational call on the Dave Ramsey Show, David from Dallas, Texas, brought forward a financial dilemma that many younger individuals face. At 29 years old and fresh off a divorce, David moved from Switzerland — where he had a steady job — back to the United States. He's been living with friends full-time while pondering what to do with the rest of his life. After letting David vent, Ramsey, who is known for his blunt and straightforward financial advice, showed a bit of his lighter s  ( 61 min )

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This cheaper-than-Nvidia alternative could spring a surprise in 2024 by delivering stronger-than-expected growth.  ( 62 min )

Healthpeak Properties (NYSE:PEAK), Omega Healthcare Investors (NYSE:OHI), and Ventas Inc. (NYSE:VTR) are at the forefront of healthcare REITs, uniquely positioned to benefit from partnerships and tenancies with pharmaceutical giants like Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:PFE). As Pfizer continues to expand its research and healthcare services, these REITs could see significant growth opportunities, leveraging the pharmaceutical industry’s evolving needs. Don't Miss: Investing in real estate just got a whole lot  ( 61 min )

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When you withdraw from your 401(k), not only are you paying taxes on that distribution, but you’re also curtailing potential investment returns  ( 61 min )

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Applied Materials just beat earnings once -- and promised to do it again.  ( 61 min )

Lagging monetization overshadowed an otherwise strong quarter.  ( 61 min )

Another hotter-than-expected inflation reading Friday is likely to reinforce the Fed's cautious stance on how quickly to cut rates this year.  ( 62 min )

Now up 980% over the last year, Super Micro Computer has been one of the stock market's biggest AI winners.  ( 61 min )

Investors are bracing for a potential producer price inflation surprise after the CPI report spooked markets.  ( 65 min )

Roku's latest financials are out, and they're turning heads -- in some surprising ways. Learn what this could mean for your portfolio.  ( 62 min )

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U.S. producer prices increased more than expected in January amid strong gains in the costs of services, which could amplify worries that inflation was picking up. The producer price index for final demand rose 0.3% last month after declining by a revised 0.1% in December, the Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics said on Friday. The increase ended three straight monthly decreases in the PPI.  ( 59 min )

Investors looking to own winning stocks need to know which sectors are outperforming other sectors when making purchase decisions. With real estate investment trusts (REITs), subsectors go in and out of favor based on economic news, earnings and technical indicators such as being overbought or oversold. A few months ago, office REITs were trouncing other subsectors. However, over the last week, healthcare REITs have emerged as the new leader among REITs. The healthcare REIT sub sector was not a  ( 63 min )

The $280 million the Australian exec earned as Tesla board chair has put her in the hot seat.  ( 62 min )

Wholesale prices in the United States accelerated in January, the latest sign that some inflation pressures in the economy remain elevated. Should inflation return to the Fed's 2% target, high borrowing rates would likely no longer be deemed necessary.  ( 61 min )

QuantumScape is looking to shake up the electric-vehicle market with its new solid-state batteries.  ( 62 min )

AI could spark the fourth industrial revolution. One company is positioned to be the clear winner.  ( 63 min )

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Two standouts duke it out. One is easily the better buy today.  ( 62 min )

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How we deal with what lies ahead for Gen X will set the precedent for decades and generations to come.  ( 61 min )

There are a couple of different sets of rules around inherited IRAs and you're subject to theleast flexible. While there are more options for a spouse or someone who's chronically ill ordisabled, a minor child, or someone not more than 10 years younger than the deceased IRAowner, you have just 10 years to withdraw the […] The post My Dad Left Me $450k in an IRA, But I’m in the 32% Tax Bracket. How Should I Structure My Withdrawals? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 62 min )

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Does Medical Properties Trust's low price make up for its high risk?  ( 62 min )

Supermicro stock is soaring, but can it keep up the momentum?  ( 63 min )

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Wall Street's main indexes have recovered after a setback earlier in the week following a hotter-than-expected consumer prices report. January's slump in U.S. retail sales has revived optimism about rate cuts from the Federal Reserve in the first half of the year. Traders' bets are tilted towards June as the start of the Fed's easing cycle, with 34.8% betting on a rate cut as soon as May, according to the CME Group's FedWatch tool.  ( 61 min )

These companies are serving up magnificent performance, and their stocks are still deeply undervalued.  ( 63 min )

Nvidia's earnings report next week could test the broader stock market rally. Then again, investors have taken this view for much of the past year and the market has powered through.  ( 63 min )

If inflation doesn’t cool, the market could sell off again. Here's what experts say retirement savers should do.  ( 63 min )

Bill.com is sacrificing some of its rapid growth to reach profitability, and its stock could be a great long-term investment as a result.  ( 63 min )

Analysts are quite bullish about these beaten-down stocks.  ( 62 min )

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Profiting from AI could mean casting a wide net with your stock portfolio.  ( 63 min )

Energy Transfer's expansion strategy is paying big dividends.  ( 62 min )

Forget about Berkshire's 13F -- this ongoing move by the Oracle of Omaha and his team is far more important.  ( 64 min )

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Wall Street's hottest trend, artificial intelligence (AI), has led to mixed feelings among billionaire investors.  ( 65 min )

Investors dumped cash and continued to pour money into equities, particularly tech stocks, and investment grade bonds in the week to Wednesday, Bank of America said in a report on Friday. There were inflows of $16.1 billion to stocks, and $11.6 billion to bonds, compared to outflows of $18.4 billion from cash, the most in eight weeks, BofA said in its weekly roundup of fund flows in and out of world markets, using EPFR data. The relentless and rapid rise of large U.S. tech stocks - often referred to as the Magnificent Seven - in part driven by optimism around generative AI - has powered U.S. shares higher in recent months.  ( 61 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Investors are bullish on the chance for more gains in shares of Nvidia Corp.’s top memory supplier SK Hynix Inc., which remain cheap even after a huge runup.Most Read from BloombergJapan Loses Its Spot as World's Third-Largest Economy as It Slips Into RecessionPutin Steps Into US Race to Back ‘Old-Style’ Biden Over TrumpHawaii Rightly Rejects Supreme Court’s Gun NonsenseDozens of Banks Rapidly Piled Up Commercial Property LoansWall Street Looks Past Inflation Angst Before PPI: Mar  ( 62 min )

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"There's this very powerful and seductive narrative around a soft landing and we're just not seeing it in the data."  ( 61 min )

The S&P 500 fell 0.5% on Friday, Feb. 16, 2024, after a report showed that wholesale prices rose more than expected in January.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities lost ground at midday Friday, Feb. 16, 2024 after a report showed wholesale inflation rose more than expected in January.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures sank and bond yields jumped in early trading Friday after data showed wholesale prices rose more than expected in January.  ( 1 min )

Investors will monitor producer price index data due this morning for signs of where inflation is going, shares in Coinbase and Applied Materials are soaring on quarterly earnings beats, and China’s BYD is reportedly scouting out locations for a Mexican factory. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

Applied Materials shares rose sharply in pre-market trading Friday after the chip equipment maker beat analysts' forecasts and issued strong current-quarter guidance. Monitor this key indicator on the chart.  ( 1 min )

Three months after moving back to Miami, Jeff Bezos sold $6 billion in Amazon stock as part of a predetermined plan—one that benefits from his relocation to tax-friendly Florida.  ( 1 min )

David Einhorn's Greenlight Capital added positions in New York Community Bancorp. and First Citizens BancShares, both regional lenders that bought assets of troubled banks last year.  ( 1 min )

Compound interest is interest that applies not only to the initial principal of an investment or a loan, but also to the accumulated interest from previous periods.  ( 30 min )

Real gross domestic product is an inflation-adjusted measure of the value of all goods and services produced in an economy.  ( 29 min )

The top CD rates today are 5.75% from Andrews Federal Credit Union, 5.65% from T Bank, and 5.56% from Lafayette Federal Credit Union.  ( 21 min )

A fixed cost is a cost that does not vary with the level of production or sales.  ( 27 min )

A certificate of deposit (CD) is a type of savings account offered by banks and credit unions that pays a fixed interest rate on money held for an agreed upon period of time.  ( 41 min )

Home Depot Inc. is projected to report an 18% decline in net income for its fiscal fourth quarter, with slumping sales also dragging down revenue.  ( 19 min )

Three months after moving back to Miami, Jeff Bezos sold $6 billion in Amazon stock as part of a predetermined plan—one that benefits from his relocation to tax-friendly Florida.  ( 20 min )

Right of first refusal is a contractual right to enter into a business transaction with a person or company before anyone else can.  ( 25 min )

The S&P 500 fell 0.5% on Friday, Feb. 16, 2024, after a report showed that wholesale prices rose more than expected in January.  ( 17 min )

Student loan payments contribute to your debt-to-income (DTI) ratio and can impact your ability to buy a house. Here's how to get a mortgage while managing student loans.  ( 24 min )

After Super Micro Computer shares surged this week, investors may be wondering what other companies within the artificial intelligence ecosystem could benefit from rising AI demand.  ( 20 min )

The Korean won (KRW) is the national currency of South Korea. It's a stable currency that's been administered by nation's central bank, the Bank of Korea, since 1950.  ( 24 min )

Certificates of deposit can have different terms. Learn how short-term and long-term CDs compare.  ( 25 min )

Intel will hold its first annual conference for its growing foundry business on Wednesday, which could offer more details on its plans to capitalize on the artificial intelligence boom.  ( 18 min )

There are many factors to weigh before you leave an inheritance to your children, and not all are related to taxes. Learn more about some of the issues.  ( 29 min )

Dropbox shares sank Friday as several analysts reduced their ratings on the stock following the company's financial report.  ( 18 min )

Turnover is an accounting concept that measures how quickly a business either collects cash from accounts receivable or sells its inventory. Learn why it matters.  ( 26 min )

Wells Fargo CD rates are tiered for most of their terms and require a relatively high minimum deposit. Here's what to know before you open a CD with the bank.  ( 21 min )

USAA Bank offers many competitive CD options that consumers can choose from to fit their financial goals. Find out if USAA Bank CDs are right for you.  ( 21 min )

Considering a new certificate of deposit (CD) account? Learn more about Truist Bank’s CD, its terms, rates, account features, and early withdrawal penalties.  ( 21 min )

Certificates of deposit (CDs) can be invested for short-term and long-term gain, using strategies that boost the growth potential of these safer instruments.  ( 28 min )

The Federal Reserve needs more time and data to ensure inflation is truly subdued before cutting its key interest rate, Mary Daly, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco and a member of the Fed’s policy committee, said Friday.  ( 19 min )

A liquid asset is an asset that can easily be converted into cash within a short amount of time.  ( 32 min )

The producer price index is a monthly measure of change in the prices received by domestic producers.  ( 28 min )

The Trade Desk beat estimates for fourth-quarter revenue and current-quarter guidance on its offerings to advertisers.  ( 17 min )

Super Micro Computer shares jumped early Friday before moving sharply lower. The stock surged above $1,000 on Thursday amid expectations that company could see significant gains from the artificial intelligence boom.  ( 19 min )

Dealing with debt and managing your budget can feel daunting and overwhelming. Learn how to find a credit counselor who can help you gain control of your money.  ( 24 min )

Toast Inc. joins the wave of tech layoffs as it announces job cuts of 550 employees. After the news, its shares jumped more than 15% Friday.  ( 18 min )

Pre-money valuation is the estimated value of a company before it receives funds from investors or financing. It's used to attract funding and establish ownership share.  ( 25 min )

The loan-to-value (LTV) ratio is a lending risk assessment ratio that financial institutions and other lenders examine before approving a mortgage.  ( 28 min )

In a period of high inflation, certificates of deposit (CDs) can lose purchasing power, making them a poor investment.  ( 26 min )

Cost per thousand or CPM is a marketing term that's used to denote the cost an advertiser pays per one thousand advertisement impressions on a web page.  ( 26 min )

A debt management plan can help you regain control of your finances. Learn how to choose a debt management plan and how it differs from debt relief or debt settlement.  ( 24 min )

U.S. equities lost ground at midday Friday, Feb. 16, 2024 after a report showed wholesale inflation rose more than expected in January.  ( 17 min )

Roku's average revenue per user dropped 4% from a year ago and the streaming service warned about challenges ahead, sending shares tumbling in early trading Friday.  ( 18 min )

Christine Lagarde is a French lawyer and the president of the European Central Bank.  ( 27 min )

Jennifer Granholm is the Secretary of Energy. She previously served as the Governor of Michigan and as the state's Attorney General.  ( 25 min )

Michael Burry, the “Big Short” investor, is known for predicting and profiting from the subprime mortgage crisis.  ( 27 min )

John Rogers is an investment manager and the founder of Ariel Investments, the first Black-owned mutual fund company.  ( 26 min )

Elinor Ostrom was a political scientist whose work on resource management made her the first woman to win the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences.  ( 27 min )

After climbing almost a quarter point over two days, rates on 30-year mortgages have dropped back. Rates for almost every new purchase and refi loan type were also down.  ( 21 min )

Market hours for Tokyo, London, and New York comprise the three trading sessions that determine volatility peaks. Find out why.  ( 26 min )

Family offices are private wealth management advisory firms that serve ultra-high-net-worth individuals.  ( 26 min )

There are five criteria companies must meet before options on their stocks can be traded. Learn more about the requirements for a stock to have options.  ( 24 min )

Vanguard offers brokered CDs through various banks with competitive rates and a wide range of terms. Learn all the details here.  ( 21 min )

A 529 plan is a tax-advantaged account that can be used to pay for qualified education costs, including college, K–12, and apprenticeship programs. Starting in 2024, a specified amount of unspent funds can be transferred to a Roth IRA.  ( 28 min )

Women in this age group seek professions offering high pay and independence. Here are jobs that are wide open for women over 50.  ( 26 min )

Certificates of deposit (CDs) can help you reach your savings goals. Learn how CDs work and whether they're worth it.  ( 29 min )

Millions of people were removed from the Medicaid rolls last year after pandemic-era protections expired. That's contributed to a 16% increase in people utilizing the Affordable Care Act's marketplace.  ( 19 min )

Certificates of deposit (CD) work differently than other bank and credit union accounts. Find out how CDs operate and how you can make them work for you.  ( 26 min )

Applied Materials shares rose sharply in pre-market trading Friday after the chip equipment maker beat analysts' forecasts and issued strong current-quarter guidance. Monitor this key indicator on the chart.  ( 19 min )

Investors will monitor producer price index data due this morning for signs of where inflation is going, shares in Coinbase and Applied Materials are soaring on quarterly earnings beats, and China’s BYD is reportedly scouting out locations for a Mexican factory. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 19 min )

Incorporation is the legal process by which a business entity is formed. A corporation is a separate legal entity from its owners.  ( 31 min )

Learn the differences between private equity and venture capital, particularly in terms of how these types of firms invest and operate.  ( 23 min )

Coinbase shares moved sharply higher after the crypto exchange posted strong quarterly results driven by driven by growth in transaction volumes. Monitor this key chart level.  ( 20 min )

When a CD reaches its maturity date, you have a few options. In this guide, we'll take you through them.  ( 25 min )

Financial modeling involves creating a spreadsheet of a company's costs and income to use in calculating the impact of a future event or decision.  ( 25 min )

The Big Four accounting firms are the four largest accounting firms as measured by revenue.  ( 27 min )

Grote techbedrijven hebben een samenwerkingsverband opgezet om misbruik van kunstmatige intelligentie bij verkiezingen tegen te gaan. Onder andere OpenAI, Meta, Microsoft, Google, Amazon en X doen daaraan mee.  ( 9 min )

Een Europese wet die de rechtsbescherming van platformwerkers zoals maaltijdbezorgers en Uber-chauffeurs moet verbeteren, is voorlopig van tafel. De lidstaten van de Europese Unie zijn het niet eens geworden over de tekst.  ( 3 min )

Tienduizenden boeren krijgen alsnog het hele subsidiebedrag voor hun groene activiteiten. Eerder hadden ze nog te horen gekregen dat er niet genoeg geld was. Demissionair minister Piet Adema (Landbouw) mag 50 miljoen euro aan de subsidiepot toevoegen.  ( 9 min )

De overheid heeft voor 887 miljoen euro aan schulden en betalingsachterstanden van toeslagenouders overgenomen of kwijtgescholden. Ook hebben bijna 84.000 gedupeerde jongeren "een financieel steuntje in de rug ontvangen", meldt demissionair staatssecretaris Aukje de Vries (Toeslagen).  ( 10 min )

Onder meer de supermarktketens Albert Heijn, SPAR, Dirk, DekaMarkt en PLUS roepen chocoladekoekjes per direct terug. Ook warenhuisketen HEMA heeft daartoe besloten. De koekjes met verschillende houdbaarheidsdata kunnen metaaldeeltjes bevatten.  ( 8 min )

Vakbond FNV wil opnieuw met de NS praten over de cao voor medewerkers van de spoorvervoerder. Slechts een kleine meerderheid van 51 procent van de vakbondsleden stemde voor het cao-akkoord. De vakbond vindt dat er niet genoeg draagvlak is.  ( 9 min )

Reizigers die dit voorjaar en in de zomer via Schiphol op vakantie gaan, hoeven geen chaos te verwachten bij het inchecken en bij de beveiliging. De luchthaven heeft genoeg personeel om de stroom mensen aan te kunnen.  ( 9 min )

Handelaren betaalden vrijdagochtend minder dan 25 euro voor een megawattuur gas. Ook eerder deze week was dat het geval. Het is voor het eerst sinds afgelopen zomer dat gas zo goedkoop was.  ( 9 min )

Bij de enige Nederlandse fabriek voor personenauto's gaat vrijdag de laatste auto de hal uit. Het contract van VDL Nedcar met opdrachtgever BMW loopt eind deze maand af en een vervanger is niet gevonden. Duizenden mensen raken hun baan kwijt.  ( 10 min )

Nike schrapt 2 procent van zijn banen wereldwijd. Dat komt neer op zo'n zestienhonderd arbeidsplaatsen. Reden van de reorganisatie zijn achterblijvende verkopen, waardoor de fabrikant van sportartikelen wil snijden in zijn kosten.  ( 8 min )

Energiebedrijven brengen klanten die stroom opwekken met zonnepanelen steeds vaker terugleverkosten in rekening. Toezichthouder ACM is een onderzoek gestart naar de hoogte van die extra kosten.  ( 9 min )

Het aantal vluchten van en naar Schiphol komt dit jaar waarschijnlijk uit rond de 470.000. Dat is een flinke toename ten opzichte van de 441.000 van vorig jaar. Dat meldt de luchthavenbeheerder vrijdag bij de publicatie van zijn jaarcijfers.  ( 10 min )

Vijf claimclubs en verzekeraar Achmea zijn akkoord over een compensatieregeling voor mensen met een woekerpolis. De verzekeraar trekt hier 60 miljoen euro voor uit. Daarvoor in ruil beloven de organisaties geen verdere juridische stappen te ondernemen.  ( 9 min )

Vijf claimclubs en verzekeraar Achmea zijn akkoord over een compensatieregeling voor mensen met een woekerpolis. De verzekeraar trekt hier 60 miljoen euro voor uit. Daarvoor in ruil beloven de organisaties geen verdere juridische stappen te ondernemen.  ( 9 min )

Huizenkopers zetten bij het afsluiten van een hypotheek hun rente steeds vaker voor slechts vijf jaar vast. Ook de 10-jaarsrente wint snel aan populariteit. Maar dat brengt risico's met zich mee, zeggen Van Bruggen Adviesgroep en vergelijkingssite Independer.  ( 10 min )

A mortgage is a loan used to purchase or maintain real estate.  ( 32 min )

Lyft investors who got hammered in Tuesday's typo-driven turbulence may be hoping to hail a ride to the nearest courthouse. They may not get very far, however.  ( 19 min )

David Einhorn's Greenlight Capital added positions in New York Community Bancorp. and First Citizens BancShares, both regional lenders that bought assets of troubled banks last year.  ( 19 min )

There are three ways to do your taxes: DIY, with software, or by paying someone else. Compare your options and learn what you info you need to gather beforehand.  ( 23 min )

Learn how interest earned on a certificate of deposit is taxed and how this may reduce the total return of an investment within a CD.  ( 24 min )

A put option grants the right to the owner to sell some amount of the underlying security at a specified price, on or before the option expires.  ( 32 min )

Super Micro Computer shares soared 14% to a record high Thursday as analysts said the provider of computing, storage, and networking solutions could see significant gains from the artificial intelligence boom.  ( 17 min )

The top CD rates today are 5.75% from Andrews Federal Credit Union, 5.65% from T Bank, and 5.56% from Lafayette Federal Credit Union.  ( 21 min )

Aside from interest rates and inflation, the exchange rate is one of the most important determinants of a country's level of economic health.  ( 27 min )

Retirement planning can be a bit overwhelming but you’ll be well on your way to generating a solid plan if you know the answers to these six questions.  ( 27 min )

Usually, the best CD rates are found at smaller banks and credit unions. But right now, some of the nation's biggest banks are offering at least one CD paying 5% or better.  ( 20 min )

The S&P 500 gained 0.6% on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024, despite a report showing a sharper-than-anticipated decline in retail sales in January.  ( 17 min )

Shares of Albemarle gained close to 3% Thursday after the world’s biggest lithium producer reported record annual revenue boosted by new subsidiary Ketjen's sales.  ( 18 min )

Capital One Bank sometimes offers promotional incentives for new accounts. Find out if any of the bank’s current promotions make sense for you.  ( 20 min )

A letter of credit is a letter from a bank guaranteeing that a buyer’s payment will be received on time and for the correct amount. Here’s how letters of credit work.  ( 28 min )

Shake Shack Inc. posted better-than-expected earnings results and a strong outlook for this year, sending shares soaring 26% Thursday.  ( 18 min )

Certificates of deposit (CDs) and bonds are among the safest investment choices. Both are types of loans for interest, but there are key differences.  ( 27 min )

Analysts and investors use indicators to track and predict trends in both the stock market and the overall economy. Learn what some of them are and why they're used.  ( 25 min )

Deere shares lost ground Thursday after the agricultural equipment maker lowered its full-year guidance in anticipation of customers holding off on replenishing their fleets.  ( 18 min )

Japan's chipmaker Renesas said it will acquire Australia-listed software company Altium for $5.9 billion  ( 18 min )

Stellantis shares jumped Thursday after the automaker reported record high revenue and profit for 2023, and announced a $3.2 billion buyback program.  ( 18 min )

Director of the White House's Council of Economic Advisors Lael Brainard said Thursday consumers are still dealing with high grocery costs but changing their habits could influence pricing.  ( 19 min )

CD rates can determine how much room your money has to grow. Learn whether it makes sense to buy CDs when rates are low.  ( 26 min )

A descending channel is a chart pattern showing a downward price trend. Parallel trendlines connect the lower highs and lower lows of a security's price.  ( 23 min )

U.S. retail sales in January slumped by 0.8%, breaking a trend of unexpected consumer strength, with building materials and motor vehicles leading the declines.  ( 18 min )

Personal loans for health care workers offer fixed rates and monthly payments, making them a predictable and affordable option to consider.  ( 26 min )

Personal loans are available for consumers who went through bankruptcy, but they tend to be expensive.  ( 27 min )

A range of online companies offer personal loans for $35,000 or more with reasonable rates and terms.  ( 26 min )

The Equal Credit Opportunity Act bans discrimination based on receiving public assistance like disability benefits. Learn how to get a personal loan while on disability.  ( 25 min )

The expense ratio measures how much of a fund's assets are used for administrative and other operating expenses.  ( 25 min )

A smart home is a home setup where internet-enabled appliances and devices can be automatically controlled remotely using a networked device.  ( 29 min )

Learn about callable certificates of deposit (CDs) and how they offer higher yield returns than regular certificates of deposit, but with a catch.  ( 25 min )

U.S. equities were mixed at midday Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024 after a slew of economic data, with retail sales dropping more than expected in January.  ( 18 min )

These inexpensive and undervalued stocks are top performers with strong upside potential based on the company’s price-to-book ratio.  ( 22 min )

Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is the interest charged for borrowing that represents the actual yearly cost of the loan, including fees, expressed as a percentage.  ( 30 min )

Retail sales tracks consumer demand for finished goods by measuring the purchases of durable and non-durable goods over a defined period of time.  ( 26 min )

The Uniform Transfers to Minors Act (UTMA) is an act that allows a minor to receive gifts such as money, real estate, and fine art without aid.  ( 27 min )

Bill Ackman's Pershing Square Capital Management sold the majority of its stake in home improvement retailer Lowe's Co. in the fourth quarter of 2023.  ( 18 min )

Walmart Inc. is projected to report continued advances in revenue and online sales for the latest quarter, but earnings could come in lower and growth from comparable store sales may have softened.  ( 19 min )

Gross domestic product in Japan and the U.K. declined for two consecutive quarters in the second half, data showed Thursday.  ( 18 min )

An excerpt from "Black Fortunes: The Story of the First Six African Americans who Escaped Slavery and Became Millionaires," by Shomari Wills.  ( 24 min )

Though countless companies claim to be championing equal opportunities within the workforce, many have yet to see this reflected in their paychecks.  ( 30 min )

American investor, businesswoman, and financial educator Mellody Hobson escaped from poverty to become one of the world’s most influential people.  ( 26 min )

In a sealed-bid auction, bidders submit one offer without knowing what anyone else has bid. Learn how this system is used in government contracts and real estate.  ( 24 min )

Pete Buttigieg is the U.S. Secretary of Transportation. Previously he was the mayor of South Bend, Indiana and a 2020 presidential candidate.  ( 26 min )

Adriana Kugler is the first Latina member of the Federal Reserve’s Board of Governors.  ( 28 min )

These are the top tech stocks under $50 for February 2024, based on their 30-day price increases.  ( 20 min )

Day trading using leveraged exchange traded funds (ETFs) is a high-risk undertaking but can return profit due to the volatile nature of the trade structure.  ( 28 min )

Isabella Casillas Guzman is the administrator of the Small Business Administration (SBA) and was director of the California Office of the Small Business Advocate.  ( 25 min )

Gary Gensler is chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Formerly head of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, he led the reform of the swaps market.  ( 25 min )

Core retail sales is an economic indicator of the strength of retail in the U.S. It excludes certain highly volatile categories such as gasoline.  ( 24 min )

New tax laws in 2017 created a 20% deduction for pass-through business income through 2025. Here's how it works and how your business might benefit.  ( 29 min )

A promissory note is a financial instrument that contains a written promise by one party to pay another party a definite sum of money.  ( 30 min )

Henry Paulson served as the 74th U.S. secretary of the Treasury and played a major role during the worldwide financial crisis in 2007-2008.  ( 25 min )

The number of Latinx/Hispanic and Asian American CEOs at Fortune 500 companies has grown over the past decade, but Black representation remains stagnant.  ( 31 min )

Find out what to do if your employer doesn't offer a 401(k) retirement savings plan, including alternative investment options.  ( 28 min )

Rates on 30-year new purchase mortgages have climbed almost a quarter point in the last two days, raising the average to its most expensive level since mid-December.  ( 20 min )

Henrietta 'Hetty' Howland Robinson Green amassed a $100 million fortune on Wall Street and was the richest woman in the world when she died in 1916.  ( 30 min )

Alice Jarcho was the second woman to own a seat on the New York Stock Exchange and the first woman to hold a position as a full-time floor broker.  ( 24 min )

Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman on the future of stock exchanges and the impact of technologies like AI and Blockchain on global capital markets.  ( 33 min )

Minority groups are largely underrepresented in the U.S. judicial system.  ( 33 min )

These are six of the best-performing growth stocks for February 2024, based on above-average price returns over the past year.  ( 20 min )

Billionaire Dan Loeb's Third Point Capital exited its position in Alphabet and significantly reduced its stake in Uber in the fourth quarter, while also trimming positions in Amazon, Microsoft and Taiwan Semiconductor, according to the company's latest 13-F filling.  ( 18 min )

Grunt work is an expression that describes menial, sometimes tedious work. In finance, it refers to work typically performed by lower-ranking employees.  ( 23 min )

HUD runs programs intended to support homeownership, increase the number and availability of safe and affordable rentals, reduce homelessness, and fight housing discrimination.  ( 29 min )

Racism was once allowed to impact VA programs intended to help active and veteran service members buy, build, improve, and refinance homes. Fair Housing laws apply now.  ( 29 min )

The Housing Improvement Program (HIP) provides grants to Native Americans and Alaska Natives to buy, replace, repair, and renovate their homes.  ( 28 min )

Solar, wind, and nuclear power are the sources of energy that compete with fossil fuels—oil, natural gas, and coal–in global energy markets. Learn more about them.  ( 26 min )

A First Notice of Loss (FNOL) is the initial report made to an insurer following a loss, theft, or damage of an insured asset. Learn how to file a first notice of loss.  ( 27 min )

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway sold off about 10 million shares or nearly $2 billion of Apple stock in the final quarter of 2023, according to the firm's 13-F filing.  ( 18 min )

These publicly traded companies using artificial intelligence to innovate in their industries are worth watching based on a minimum daily trading volume of 1 million shares.  ( 20 min )

An exchange traded commodity (ETC) could be colloquially used to refer to a commodity ETF, but an ETC is actually a product name for a specific type of security.  ( 27 min )

These are the best cheap dividend stocks for February 2024 based on yield.  ( 20 min )

Certificate of deposit (CD) accounts may be better suited to some savers than others. Learn the pros and cons of using CDs to save.  ( 26 min )

Nvidia will report its fourth-quarter results after the bell on Wednesday, Feb. 21, with analysts expecting the chipmaker's revenue could more than triple from a year earlier amid a boom in demand for artificial intelligence chips.  ( 18 min )

Retail sales data are expected to show the continued strength of the U.S. consumer, while Cisco's weak guidance and job cuts are dragging the stock. Investors await earnings from Applied Materials and crypto exchange Coinbase after the closing bell. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 19 min )

AppLovin shares jumped more than 20% in pre-market trading Thursday after the company delivered strong quarterly results, issued an upbeat first-quarter outlook and expanded its stock buyback program. Here's an important chart level to monitor.  ( 19 min )

Elon Musk is an American business icon and one of the richest people in the world.  ( 32 min )

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You can't give a CD to another adult, but you can give one to a child. In this article, we'll explain how.  ( 25 min )

Appaloosa reduced its positions in chipmakers AMD, Qualcomm, TSMC and Intel, while boosting its holdings of Alibaba and Amazon, and initiating large positions in Oracle Corp and the ARK Innovation ETF.  ( 19 min )

ETF dividends may be paid to the investors or reinvested in the exchange-traded fund. Either way, the investor gets the amount due in proportion to the number of shares held.  ( 29 min )

Certificates of deposit (CDs) vary in length, but there are some standard terms. Find out more about the most common maturities to choose for your savings goals.  ( 25 min )

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The company hopes to engineer a 1-for-20 reverse stock split.  ( 61 min )

Opendoor's Carrie Wheeler (LinkedIn, Getty)Opendoor reported its second consecutive quarterly loss, though it narrowed its year-ago deficit. The iBuyer lost $91 million after shedding $106 million in the third quarter, according to its earnings report. That was significantly less than the $399 million it frittered away in the same period of 2022. Opendoor’s revenue was $870 million last quarter, down […]  ( 61 min )

Coinbase posted its first quarterly profit in two years, marking a potential turning point for the largest US cryptocurrency exchange.  ( 62 min )

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Nvidia has a P/E ratio of 97, which dwarfs all of its trillion-dollar peers. And fellow chipmakers haven't seen the same type of meteoric gains.  ( 61 min )

The communications software company's mixed guidance overshadowed an otherwise solid quarterly report.  ( 61 min )

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Nvidia quickly exceeded my stock price prediction for 2024.  ( 60 min )

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Super Micro Computer is just the latest beneficiary of a soaring number of businesses utilizing AI computing power.  ( 61 min )

The provider of servers used for artificial intelligence (AI) applications got a significant vote of confidence.  ( 61 min )

You can only imagine the knowledge that's shared when billionaire Mark Cuban and financial guru Dave Ramsey get together. When the two sat down on "The Ramsey Show" in November 2022, the conversation quickly turned to credit card debt. "If you use your credit cards, you do not want to be rich," Cuban said. "That's my favorite line; I tell it to people all the time." Both Cuban and Ramsey went on to explain the perils of credit card debt, with Cuban making it clear that the best place to invest i  ( 61 min )

Are penny stocks a must-have or a must-avoid? Well, that depends on who you ask. There’s no middle ground when it comes to these tickers trading for less than $5 per share; those on the Street are either fans or harsh critics. Both sides make sense. The naysayers argue that the bargain price is just too good to be true, with it potentially indicating there are problems hiding beneath the surface like weak fundamentals or overwhelming headwinds. However, the investors that are pro-penny stocks ju  ( 63 min )

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The hype around artificial intelligence may finally be normalizing, at least according to company earnings calls over the past two quarters.  ( 62 min )

Traders in the U.S. equity options market are betting Nvidia's upcoming earnings report could spur a massive move in the shares of the world's most dominant artificial intelligence chipmaker. Nvidia, up about 50% this year, could see its shares swing by about 11% in either direction following its quarterly results on Feb. 21, according to data from options analytics service ORATS. With Nvidia's market capitalization at $1.8 trillion, a move of that size would make for a potential swing in market value of about $200 billion.  ( 61 min )

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In an eye-opening exchange on the Dave Ramsey Show, Jeremy from Tulsa, Oklahoma, brought forward a financial dilemma that many young graduates might find themselves in. With a combined student loan debt of $300,000, Jeremy and his wife, both recent graduates at the time, were contemplating an unconventional strategy to navigate their financial quagmire: investing in a rental property. Dave Ramsey, known for his straightforward financial advice, was quick to address the gravity of their situation  ( 61 min )

Warren Buffett, the esteemed billionaire investor and head of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., once made a strategic acquisition that underscores the value of entrepreneurial spirit and shrewd business acumen. In 1983, Buffett purchased 90% of Nebraska Furniture Mart (NFM), a company started with a $500 investment, for approximately $60 million. The founder of NFM, Rose “Mrs. B” Blumkin, demonstrated extraordinary capability in growing her business from humble beginnings to a national leader in the home  ( 62 min )

The Google parent is having car troubles.  ( 61 min )

The Biden Administration is easing its restrictions on banking giant Wells Fargo, saying the bank has sufficiently fixed its toxic culture after years of scandals. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the regulator of big national banks like Wells, terminated its consent order on Thursday that had been in place since September 2016.  ( 60 min )

The concept of wealth in America is undergoing significant transformation, highlighted by the increasing movement of high-income earners in search of financial prosperity and a better quality of life. This shift, exemplified by moves like Jeff Bezos’s relocation from Washington to Florida, illuminates a broader pursuit of favorable tax policies, lifestyle preferences and burgeoning business opportunities. Bezos’s strategic decision to move, potentially saving up to $600 million in taxes, encapsu  ( 61 min )

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Find the latest L'OREAL UNSPON ADR EACH REP 0.2 (LRLCY) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Rivian will introduce its highly anticipated next-generation EV platform next month.  ( 61 min )

Some of Wall Street’s biggest investors made new bets on technology giants in the fourth quarter, loading up on stakes in Amazon, Alphabet, Alibaba and Nvidia.  ( 63 min )

In a move that echoes Warren Buffett's value investing principles, Ian Jacobs is making a contrarian bet on San Francisco’s beleaguered downtown real-estate market. Jacobs, who cut his teeth in the world of high-stakes investing by once seeking an apprenticeship with the legendary Buffett, is no stranger to going against the grain. “He wrote Warren a letter that said, ‘You're my role model and I'd like to make you a value proposition — I'll pay you $500 a week for the opportunity to intern for y  ( 62 min )

Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:PFE) stock closed at $27.11 at the end of the trading session on February 14. The 52-week price range is $25.76 and $43.37, On January 30, the pharma giant released its earnings for the year ending December 31, 2023. During fiscal 2023, the company returned $9.2 billion to shareholders in the form of dividends, or $1.64 per share. Pfizer currently pays a quarterly dividend of $0.42 per share, equating to $1.68 per share annually and giving its stock a yield of about 6.20% based  ( 61 min )

Digital World said a registration statement for its proposed merger with Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), the owner of social media platform Truth Social, was declared effective by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Shares of the blank-check acquisition firm were last trading up 20% at $52.16, having touched a session high of $56.3.  ( 60 min )

After an SEC filing revealed Nvidia had stakes in a few smaller AI companies, their stocks went soaring.  ( 63 min )

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Meta Platforms Inc., under the leadership of CEO Mark Zuckerberg, flagged an unusual concern to its investors in its latest report filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The company’s 10-K filing, an exhaustive review of its activities for 2023, for the first time listed the CEO’s penchant for high-adrenaline hobbies as a “risk factor,” hinting at the potential for “serious injury and death.” Zuckerberg, 39, is known for his adventurous streak, engaging in activities like hydro  ( 61 min )

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Most everyone understands the U.S. national debt is not on a long-term sustainable path, but no one seems sure when the breaking point might be for real-world consequences. In a recent "60 Minutes" interview, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell brought up the elephant in the room, stressing that it's now "time, or past time, to get back to an adult conversation among elected officials about getting the federal government back on a sustainable fiscal path." Frustration and worry were visibly a  ( 60 min )

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The widely followed growth stock investor is adding to some of her winning holdings on Wednesday.  ( 62 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- While many on Wall Street are going to great lengths to avoid Chinese stocks, some analysts are telling clients to consider local chip companies. The caveat: it might take a while to see the benefits.Most Read from BloombergJapan Loses Its Spot as World's Third-Largest Economy as It Slips Into RecessionPutin Steps Into US Race to Back ‘Old-Style’ Biden Over TrumpHawaii Rightly Rejects Supreme Court’s Gun NonsenseDozens of Banks Rapidly Piled Up Commercial Property LoansWall Street  ( 63 min )

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These two telecom companies possess different strengths and weaknesses, but one edges out the other.  ( 62 min )

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New York Community Bancorp has more than $18.7 billion in reciprocal deposit capacity to offer its customers expanded deposit insurance, the lender said on Thursday, as it looks to win investor confidence after a steep selloff in its shares. It will also hold meetings and events with institutional investors in February and March, the bank disclosed in a regulatory filing. Shares in the bank have slumped nearly 55% since Jan.31 and triggered credit rating downgrades after it posted a surprise fourth-quarter loss due to its loans tied to the stressed commercial real estate sector and cut its dividend.  ( 60 min )

While I love big dividends, Altria doesn't align with my personal values.  ( 62 min )

Investing in this growth stock could deliver fantastic returns for growth stock investors in the long run.  ( 60 min )

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Super Micro Computer has been an incredible investment story in a short time.  ( 62 min )

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These stocks have what it takes to drive superior returns in the years to come.  ( 64 min )

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Selling your home to downsize can make your retirement more financially stable, but if you have a profit on the sale you might owe capital gains taxes. Fortunately, in many cases those selling their primary residence who are single can exclude $250,000 from capital gains taxes, while married couples filing jointly can exclude $500,000. Employing […] The post We’re Selling Our House and Netting $550k to Downsize for Retirement. How Can We Avoid Capital Gains Taxes? appeared first on SmartReads by  ( 61 min )

Find the latest Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 6 min )

Find the latest Corteva, Inc. (CTVA) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Find the latest Global Payments Inc. (GPN) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

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Find the latest Omnicom Group Inc. (OMC) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 6 min )

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Quality is a key criterion when selecting dividend stocks for a long-term portfolio.  ( 62 min )

Find the latest SHF Holdings, Inc. (SHFS) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

These two high-yield energy stocks offer investors attractive value and the opportunity for years of income ahead.  ( 62 min )

Winners can keep winning, and these stocks have the fundamentals to soar in 2024.  ( 63 min )

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The aerospace recovery remains on track, but there are better ways to invest in it than the headline names.  ( 62 min )

This week saw the stock market's biggest one-day drop — and bounce back. But has anything changed?  ( 62 min )

Intel stock is performing relatively well as a confluence of macroeconomic factors is starting to work in its favor.  ( 60 min )

This high-flying server manufacturer has delivered impressive gains thanks to AI, but can it sustain the momentum?  ( 63 min )

If you're looking for high-yield REITs, be careful you don't reach too far on the yield front. Here's why.  ( 63 min )

These two investors couldn't be more different, but they agree on these four stocks.  ( 63 min )

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Both companies could win big from AI adoption, but which one should you be buying?  ( 63 min )

Without any windfalls on the horizon, times are dire for this biotech.  ( 62 min )

These supercharged income stocks, which sport an average yield of 6.05%, can really pad income seekers' pocketbooks.  ( 64 min )

Shares in Renault hit two-month highs and rival Stellantis shot to record highs on Thursday after the carmakers pledged to reward investors with a big jump in annual dividend and a share buyback worth billions of euros. For Stellantis, the return of cash was a relief after agreeing big pay increases to end a prolonged strike by workers in North America last year, which knocked profits in the second half. At Renault, the stronger cash position and margin growth delivered in 2023 results on Wednesday night were the latest sign that a turnaround under Chief Executive Luca de Meo is bearing fruit.  ( 61 min )

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Nvidia and CrowdStrike have notched monster gains over the last four years.  ( 63 min )

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ARK sold $34.3 million of shares in the crypto exchange, which is due to report earnings after the U.S. market closes.  ( 60 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. gained about $42 billion of market value after investors bet the chipmaker to Nvidia Corp. and Apple Inc. will become one of the biggest winners of an AI development frenzy.Most Read from BloombergJapan Loses Its Spot as World's Third-Largest Economy as It Slips Into RecessionIsrael Quits Peace Talks Over ‘Delusional’ Hamas DemandsThe Brutal Reality of Plunging Office Values Is HereTrump Eyes NATO Makeover, Hurried Peace in Ukraine If Elected  ( 61 min )

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ET earnings call for the period ending December 31, 2023.  ( 83 min )

Pfizer has agreed to pay $93 million to settle antitrust claims by wholesale drug distributors that accused it of conspiring with India's Ranbaxy Laboratories to delay sales of less expensive, generic versions of the cholesterol drug Lipitor. Attorneys for Lipitor purchasers including Rochester Drug Co-Operative Inc and Puerto Rico's Drogueria Betances LLC disclosed the agreement in a filing on Wednesday in U.S. court in Trenton, New Jersey. The distributors' case will continue against Ranbaxy, the attorneys filing said.  ( 60 min )

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Devon Energy and Enerplus are in discussions for a potential merger, with Devon eyeing Enerplus' Bakken acreage to enhance its shale production capabilities.  ( 65 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Michael Burry, the money manager made famous in the Big Short, added to wagers on Chinese tech giants Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. and JD.com Inc. in recent months even as a rout in Chinese shares deepened.Most Read from BloombergJapan Loses Its Spot as World's Third-Largest Economy as It Slips Into RecessionIsrael Quits Ceasefire Talks Over ‘Delusional’ Hamas DemandsThe Brutal Reality of Plunging Office Values Is HereTrump Eyes NATO Makeover, Hurried Peace in Ukraine If ElectedDip  ( 61 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Michael Burry, the money manager made famous in the Big Short, added to wagers on Chinese tech giants Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. and JD.com Inc. in recent months even as a rout in Chinese shares deepened.Most Read from BloombergThe Brutal Reality of Plunging Office Values Is HereDip Buyers Wade Back In to Fuel Wall Street Gains: Markets WrapIsrael Pulls Out of Peace Talks Over ‘Delusional’ Hamas DemandsLyft’s CEO Says ‘My Bad’ on Margin Error, ‘It Was One Zero’Musk Says Putin Can’  ( 61 min )

TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan unexpectedly slipped into a recession at the end of last year, losing its title as the world's third-biggest economy to Germany and raising doubts about when the central bank would begin to exit its decade-long ultra-loose monetary policy. "What's particularly striking is the sluggishness in consumption and capital expenditure that are key pillars of domestic demand," said Yoshiki Shinke, senior executive economist at Dai-ichi Life Research Institute. Japan's gross domestic product (GDP) fell an annualised 0.4% in the October-December period after a 3.3% slump in the previous quarter, government data showed on Thursday, confounding market forecasts for a 1.4% increase.  ( 62 min )

Winkels verkochten in het laatste kwartaal van vorig jaar voor het eerst sinds begin 2022 weer meer producten. Onder meer bij drogisterijen en kledingwinkels trokken we vaker de portemonnee. Dat blijkt uit cijfers van statistiekbureau CBS.  ( 9 min )

Twee soorten chocoladekoekjes van de Jumbo kunnen metaaldeeltjes bevatten. Daarom roept de keten per direct de koekjes met twee verschillende houdbaarheidsdata terug.  ( 8 min )

De winkelketen Handyman maakt een gedeeltelijke doorstart na het faillissement vorige maand. Het bedrijf, dat zich specialiseert in huishoudelijke accessoires, blijft actief als webshop. Daarover hebben eigenaar Elka Pieterman Group en de curator van Handyman overeenstemming bereikt.  ( 8 min )

De kosten voor de wederopbouw van Oekraïne de komende tien jaar worden geschat op minstens 486 miljard dollar (453 miljard euro). Dat meldt de Wereldbank in een nieuw rapport.  ( 9 min )

Ook het laatste restje Russisch gas dat nog naar Europa stroomt, gaat verdwijnen. De deal die de Europese Unie en Rusland in het verleden hebben gesloten, loopt eind dit jaar af en Brussel wil deze niet verlengen.  ( 9 min )

Energieleveranciers en de overheid steken extra miljoenen in het Tijdelijk Noodfonds Energie. Al meer dan 85.000 mensen hebben steun aangevraagd omdat ze een laag inkomen en een hoge energierekening hebben. Met het extra geld kunnen meer huishoudens worden geholpen.  ( 10 min )

Energieleveranciers en de overheid steken extra miljoenen in het Tijdelijk Noodfonds Energie. Al meer dan 85.000 mensen hebben steun aangevraagd omdat ze een laag inkomen en een hoge energierekening hebben. Met het extra geld kunnen meer huishoudens worden geholpen.  ( 10 min )

De voorgenomen onderhoudswerkzaamheden bij Eindhoven Airport worden niet eerder dan 2027 uitgevoerd, laat de luchthaven weten op haar eigen website. Hoe lang het onderhoud gaat duren en wat voor impact dat heeft, ligt aan het ministerie van Defensie.  ( 9 min )

Elon Musk wil zijn ruimtevaartbedrijf SpaceX van Delaware naar Texas verhuizen. Dit doet hij uit wraak omdat een rechter in Delaware een bonuspakket van 55 miljard dollar voor Musk heeft geblokkeerd.  ( 9 min )

De Britse economie is eind 2023 weer gekrompen en daardoor in een recessie beland. De beknibbelende burger is de oorzaak van de krimp. In Nederland kochten consumenten zichzelf in het laatste kwartaal van vorig jaar juist uit de recessie.  ( 9 min )

Maanlander Nova-C van het Amerikaanse bedrijf Intuitive Machines is donderdagochtend iets na 7.00 uur succesvol gelanceerd. Het gevaarte moet over een week op de maan landen. Als dat lukt, is dat de eerste maanlanding door een commercieel bedrijf ooit.  ( 9 min )

Duitsland is Japan gepasseerd op de ranglijst van de grootste economieën ter wereld. Ons buurland is daarmee de derde economie, achter de Verenigde Staten en China. Japan verdwijnt na tientallen jaren uit de top drie.  ( 9 min )

De werkloosheid in Nederland bleef in januari erg laag. Net als in december zat 3,6 procent van de beroepsbevolking zonder betaald werk. Daarmee waren 368.000 mensen werkloos. Het aantal WW-uitkeringen nam in januari wel toe.  ( 9 min )

In heel Europa zijn tal van plannen om nieuwe terminals te bouwen voor de import van vloeibaar aardgas. Volgens experts stevenen we af op een overschot, wat grote gevolgen kan hebben voor het klimaat.  ( 11 min )

In heel Europa zijn tal van plannen om nieuwe terminals te bouwen voor de import van vloeibaar aardgas. Volgens experts stevenen we af op een overschot, wat grote gevolgen kan hebben voor het klimaat.  ( 11 min )

The S&P 500 gained 0.6% on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024, despite a report showing a sharper-than-anticipated decline in retail sales in January.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities were mixed at midday Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024 after a slew of economic data, with retail sales dropping more than expected in January.  ( 1 min )

Billionaire Dan Loeb's Third Point Capital exited its position in Alphabet and significantly reduced its stake in Uber in the fourth quarter, while also trimming positions in Amazon, Microsoft and Taiwan Semiconductor, according to the company's latest 13-F filling.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures were up in premarket trading on Thursday as Bitcoin continued to climb ahead of a slew of economic data.  ( 1 min )

Retail sales data are expected to show the continued strength of the U.S. consumer, while Cisco's weak guidance and job cuts are dragging the stock. Investors await earnings from Applied Materials and crypto exchange Coinbase after the closing bell. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

Appaloosa reduced its positions in chipmakers AMD, Qualcomm, TSMC and Intel, while boosting its holdings of Alibaba and Amazon, and initiating large positions in Oracle Corp and the ARK Innovation ETF.  ( 1 min )

Japan's chipmaker Renesas said it will acquire Australia-listed software company Altium for $5.9 billion  ( 1 min )

Bill Ackman's Pershing Square Capital Management sold the majority of its stake in home improvement retailer Lowe's Co. in the fourth quarter of 2023.  ( 1 min )

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway sold off about 10 million shares or nearly $2 billion of Apple stock in the final quarter of 2023, according to the firm's 13-F filing.  ( 1 min )

Nvidia will report its fourth-quarter results after the bell on Wednesday, Feb. 21, with analysts expecting the chipmaker's revenue could more than triple from a year earlier amid a boom in demand for artificial intelligence chips.  ( 1 min )

Credit counseling begins with a free consultation, and debt management plans are relatively affordable. You may even qualify for free counseling services.  ( 24 min )

Debt settlement companies often charge 15% to 25% of your initial or settled debt, with other potential fees. Learn more about how much you’ll pay to settle your debts.  ( 26 min )

Retiring successfully if you're a small business owner requires both an exit strategy and a bulletproof retirement plan, both for you and your staff.  ( 25 min )

An individual retirement annuity is an investment vehicle—similar to an individual retirement account—that is offered by insurance companies.  ( 26 min )

We evaluated 40 leading companies across 53 criteria—including costs, availability, and reputation—to recommend the best debt settlement and credit counseling services.  ( 35 min )

Some debt relief methods come with costs of their own, which can be quite steep. Learn which options are best for you and the debt relief costs you may have to pay.  ( 30 min )

Classic car insurance is geared toward vehicles, even newer ones, that tend to appreciate in value.  ( 24 min )

High levels of student loan debt relative to income might impact how you make financial decisions. Learn how student loan debt can affect the economy.  ( 26 min )

The top CD rates today are 5.75% from Andrews Federal Credit Union, 5.65% from T Bank, and 5.56% from Lafayette Federal Credit Union.  ( 21 min )

Real estate agents are paid a commission based on the property's sale price; the total commission is split among the agents and the brokers involved.  ( 30 min )

As investors become more environmentally conscious, they have access to an increasing number of green exchange-traded funds (ETFs).  ( 28 min )

An Investopedia study found that members of Gen X are cautiously confident about managing money and investments, and are acutely aware of their retirement options.  ( 29 min )

The S&P 500 gained 1.0% on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024, recovering some of the ground it lost in the prior session after hotter-than-expected inflation data.  ( 17 min )

Generac missed earnings estimates and full-year guidance as commercial sales slowed.  ( 18 min )

The Fed's historic rate-hike campaign has pushed the best savings account rates well above 5%. But when will Fed moves start a pullback for savings accounts?  ( 19 min )

Americans are getting cautious about how they spend their dollars this Valentine's day, spending less and prioritizing certain relationships. Blame inflation.  ( 18 min )

Refinancing your car loan can lower your monthly payment and interest rate. Learn how you can save money by refinancing your car loan.  ( 26 min )

Using common-size financial statements can help spot trends that a raw financial statement may not uncover. They compare the percentages between two or more years.  ( 25 min )

If you discover that you've contributed too much money to your Roth IRA for the year, there are ways to fix the problem and avoid tax penalties.  ( 26 min )

Most states require drivers to carry a certain amount of auto insurance and to be able to prove it if they’re pulled over by police or in an accident.  ( 25 min )

Shares of SentinelOne Inc. rose Wednesday after Bank of America Securities upgraded the stock and raised its price target in an positive report about the overall cybersecurity sector.  ( 18 min )

With Samsung leading the pack, these are the 10 biggest semiconductor companies by 12-month trailing revenue.  ( 23 min )

Personal finance is about managing your budget and how best to put your money to work to realize your financial independence and goals.  ( 41 min )

A brokered certificate of deposit is a CD that an investor purchases through a brokerage firm or from a sales representative other than a bank.  ( 26 min )

Sony ADRs slid Wednesday after the entertainment giant lowered PlayStation sales projections and said it would list its financial services unit next year.  ( 18 min )

Defined-benefit plans are funded by employers, while employees make contributions to defined-contribution plans to save for retirement.  ( 27 min )

A SBO 401(k) is a tax-deferred, government-registered retirement savings plan for small business owners.  ( 24 min )

Range refers to the difference between a stock's low and high price for a particular trading period. This is often used as an indicator of risk and volatility.  ( 24 min )

Annuities can have fixed or variable returns, and payouts can begin immediately or be deferred to a later date. Keep reading to learn how to make these major decisions.  ( 26 min )

An employee savings plan (ESP) is an employer-sponsored tax-deferred account, funded with contributions and typically used to save for retirement.  ( 25 min )

Totaling a vehicle can be a financial headache, not to mention an inconvenience. Learn what you can do to get back on the road after totaling a car.  ( 26 min )

A prospectus is a document required by and filed with the SEC that provides details about an investment offering for sale to the public.  ( 27 min )

Certificates of deposit (CDs) can help you reach your savings goals. Learn when is the best time to buy a CD to help meet your financial goals.  ( 27 min )

An individual retirement account (IRA) is a long-term savings plan with tax advantages that taxpayers can use to plan for retirement.  ( 34 min )

Learn how a 401(k) works, about 401(k) benefits, and what is a Roth 401(k).  ( 30 min )

Detailed explanation of property damage liability insurance requirements and average costs in the United States  ( 23 min )

Money market funds are a safe, if not highly profitable, place to put money. But there's no FDIC insurance and fees can be high. Choose your fund with care.  ( 27 min )

U.S. equities rose at midday Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024 following Tuesday's big selloff on higher-than-expected inflation. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq gained.  ( 19 min )

Part of planning for retirement is figuring out if your retirement income will last. Find out if your retirement savings will provide the standard of living you want.  ( 31 min )

In its features and benefits, a SIMPLE 401(k) plan is a cross between a SIMPLE IRA and a traditional 401(k) plan.  ( 27 min )

Nvidia's market capitalization surged past Alphabet's Wednesday, making it America’s third most valuable company behind Microsoft and Apple.  ( 17 min )

Uber Technologies shares surged 11% Wednesday morning after the ride-hailing firm said it is planning to buy back $7 billion in shares in its first-ever buyback program.  ( 18 min )

For most individuals, tax returns are due on April 15, 2024. But file early and you can get your refund sooner, avoid the rush, and protect your identity.  ( 31 min )

Bitcoin's market capitalization swelled to more than $1 trillion for the first time since December 2021 as it traded firmly above the $51,000 level Wednesday.  ( 20 min )

These Black investors are known for their extraordinary accomplishments, with some achieving success at a time when few Black people worked in finance.  ( 32 min )

Rates on 30-year new purchase mortgages shot up more than an eighth of a point, taking the flagship average to its most expensive level in over two months.  ( 21 min )

Traders use stock charts and price patterns to get in and out of trading positions. Learn how to recognize some of the key price patterns.  ( 32 min )

Depending on your 401(k) plan, contributions may be matched by an employer in a number of ways.  ( 27 min )

Kraft Heinz sales declined after the food giant raised prices to offset higher costs, and as consumers pulled back spending on its products.  ( 18 min )

Certificates of deposit (CDs) generally pay compound interest, which is factored into their annual percentage yield (APY).  ( 26 min )

To control risk, options traders can control and capitalize upon leverage.  ( 23 min )

The put-call ratio is a measurement that is widely used by investors to gauge the overall mood of a market. A rising ratio suggests bearish sentiment.  ( 25 min )

An assembly language is a type of low-level programming language that is intended to communicate directly with a computer’s hardware.  ( 27 min )

A quote currency, commonly known as "counter currency," is the second currency in a direct and indirect currency pair.  ( 23 min )

Adding CDs to an individual retirement account can have pros and cons. Learn when it makes sense to put CDs in an IRA.  ( 28 min )

Robinhood shares jumped in pre-market trading after the commission-free brokerage firm topped analysts' fourth-quarter estimates. Here's an important chart level worth watching.  ( 19 min )

Stock futures were pointing higher after Tuesday's inflation data-induced selloff, Kraft Heinz's sales fell short of expectations, while Cisco reports after the closing bell. Lyft went on a wild ride after its earnings report and Uber announced a $7 billion stock buyback. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 20 min )

A certified public accountant (CPA) is a designation given to those who meet education and experience requirements and pass an exam.  ( 29 min )

The Consumer Price Index measures change over time in the prices paid by consumers for a representative basket of goods and services.  ( 34 min )

Lyft posted better-than-expected quarterly earnings, announced strong first-quarter bookings guidance and made a mistake in its earnings release that sent shares soaring briefly before the gains moderated. Monitor this key chart level.  ( 19 min )

These funds can reduce your exposure to market risk or enhance portfolio performance.  ( 24 min )

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are ideal for beginning traders and individual investors. Learn the seven best strategies for trading ETFs.  ( 28 min )

Learn how to invest small amounts correctly and regularly into an exchange traded fund to maximize a dollar-cost averaging strategy with ETFs. Be mindful of these costs.  ( 26 min )

Of the 50 U.S. states, 39 and the District of Columbia do not tax Social Security benefits.  ( 33 min )

Pyramiding increases margin by using unrealized returns to pay part of the exercise price.  ( 19 min )

Shopify Inc (NYSE: SHOP) posted its fourth quarter results on Tuesday. Although its performance during the last quarter of 2023 surpassed estimates, its outlook for the undergoing quarter was mixed. Shopify entered 2024 with a clear goal of expanding its addressable market, going against its main rival, the e-commerce titan, Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ: AMZN). However, Shopify turned its most dangerous revenue threat into an opportunity by striking a deal last year to offer Buy With Prime to its merc  ( 62 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Twilio Inc. projected revenue in the current quarter that fell short of expectations, offering the first view of its future since the software company’s longtime chief executive officer stepped down last month amid pressure from activist investors. The shares declined about 10% in extended trading.Most Read from BloombergJapan Loses Its Spot as World's Third-Largest Economy as It Slips Into RecessionIsrael Quits Ceasefire Talks Over ‘Delusional’ Hamas DemandsThe Brutal Reality of  ( 61 min )

(Bloomberg) -- The world’s biggest producer of nitrogen fertilizer used for corn and other crops posted sharply lower quarterly profit and sales as prices tumbled. Most Read from BloombergIsrael Quits Peace Talks Over ‘Delusional’ Hamas DemandsThe Brutal Reality of Plunging Office Values Is HereDip Buyers Wade Back In to Fuel Wall Street Gains: Markets WrapJapan Loses Its Spot as World's Third-Largest Economy as It Slips Into RecessionLyft’s CEO Says ‘My Bad’ on Margin Error, ‘It Was One Zero’CF  ( 60 min )

Super Micro Computer stock is up 872% over the last year. Can investors still score wins with this AI stock?  ( 62 min )

Nearly 60% of millennials feel it’s important to seem financially successful to others.  ( 61 min )

Stewart Glendinning said the retailer is "proactively preserving our liquidity" as it waits for a CARES Act payout from the IRS.  ( 72 min )

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Internet networking pioneer Cisco Systems is jettisoning more than 4,000 employees, joining the parade of technology companies in a trend that has helped boost their profits and stock prices while providing a sobering reminder of the job insecurity hanging over an industry increasingly embracing artificial intelligence. The mass layoffs announced Wednesday in conjunction with Cisco’s latest quarterly results represent about 5% of its worldwide workforce of 84,900. The purge follows Cisco’s late 2022 cutbacks that shed 5,000 workers and ahead of its $28 billion acquisition of Splunk, a deal that management now expects to complete by April 30.  ( 61 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Nvidia Corp., the chipmaker at the heart of an artificial intelligence spending boom, disclosed investments in Arm Holdings Plc, SoundHound AI Inc. and the biotech company Recursion Pharmaceuticals Inc.Most Read from BloombergThe Brutal Reality of Plunging Office Values Is HereDip Buyers Wade Back In to Fuel Wall Street Gains: Markets WrapMusk Says Putin Can’t Lose in Ukraine, Opposes Senate BillIsrael Pulls Out of Peace Talks Over ‘Delusional’ Hamas DemandsLyft’s CEO Says ‘My Bad  ( 60 min )

Tuesday, Biogen Inc (NASDAQ:BIIB) posted fourth-quarter 2023 sales of $2.39 billion, missing the consensus of $2.46 billion, down 6% Y/Y and 5% at constant currency (CC). Adjusted EPS of $2.95, down 27%, missing the consensus of $3.18. Biogen’s partner, Eisai Co Ltd (OTC:ESALY), has faced a delay in reaching the 10,000-patient mark for Leqembi despite strong demand. In its third quarter financial results, Eisai disclosed that as of January 26, 2,000 patients were on treatment, with an estimated  ( 60 min )

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Cisco earnings for fiscal Q2 fell from a year earlier but topped estimates. April quarter guidance for CSCO stock missed expectations.  ( 13 min )

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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Fastly Inc. (FSLY) on Wednesday reported a loss of $23.4 million in its fourth quarter. The San Francisco-based company said it had a loss of 18 cents per share. The results beat Wall Street expectations.  ( 60 min )

Berkshire Hathaway on Wednesday said it has shed three of its common stock holdings, as the conglomerate controlled by Warren Buffett remained silent on what could be a major new investment. In a regulatory filing describing its U.S.-listed stock holdings, Berkshire said it no longer owned shares of insurer Globe Life, insurance and investment company Markel and Brazilian credit card processor StoneCo at the end of 2023, shedding stakes it held three months earlier. For a second straight quarter, Omaha, Nebraska-based Berkshire also obtained permission from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to temporarily keep one or more of its holdings confidential.  ( 59 min )

Intel is making massive bets on chip fabrication, and the strategy could have huge long-term payoffs.  ( 61 min )

U.S. oil and gas producer Occidental Petroleum beat estimates for fourth-quarter profit on Wednesday, aided by higher production in the Permian basin. U.S. crude oil production has been on the rise, with companies looking to boost efficiency by focusing on the most prospective sites and boring longer horizontal well sections to maximize contact with oil-bearing rock. The company reported fourth-quarter production of 1.234 million barrels of oil equivalent per day (boepd), compared with 1.227 million boepd in the year-earlier quarter.  ( 60 min )

Networking equipment maker Cisco Systems said on Wednesday it would cut 5% of its global workforce, to focus on high-growth areas such as AI and software, adding to thousands of job cuts by tech firms since last year.  ( 59 min )

Other legal experts aren’t swayed by the Tesla chief’s call to action, either.  ( 61 min )

ChargePoint is getting a boost thanks to strong preliminary results from another player in the EV charging space.  ( 62 min )

Wall Street is going nuts for Super Micro Computer.  ( 61 min )

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Wall Street investment bank Morgan Stanley is planning to cut several hundred jobs in its wealth management division, the Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter. Morgan Stanley did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.  ( 59 min )

An informal poll of Tesla institutional investors done by Morgan Stanley found many are bearish and expect the stock to underperform over the next six months.  ( 63 min )

Investors are loving Super Micro Computer today, and its share price is up more than 800% over the last year.  ( 61 min )

Coinbase is expected to report strong revenue numbers, given an uptick in crypto trading volume towards the end of 2023.  ( 61 min )

Investors think today is a good day to own EV stocks. Are they right -- or should you wait?  ( 61 min )

Find the latest Restaurant Brands International (QSR) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 6 min )

Find the latest Danaher Corporation (DHR) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Lyft Inc. Chief Executive Officer David Risher’s response to a clerical error that unintentionally inflated the company’s earnings outlook on Tuesday and sent shares soaring: “My bad.”Most Read from BloombergMusk Says Putin Can’t Lose in Ukraine, Opposes Senate BillThe Brutal Reality of Plunging Office Values Is HereStocks Bounce After Rough CPI Day as Yields Fall: Markets WrapDemocrat Suozzi Wins Back NY House Seat Vacated by SantosStanChart Weighs Break Up of Corporate, Investme  ( 60 min )

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Guidance was much worse than expected.  ( 61 min )

Investors have found a reason to bet on ChargePoint stock ahead of earnings.  ( 61 min )

After a hotter-than-expected inflation report on Tuesday, economists now believe the Fed could postpone its first rate cut. Here's what to know.  ( 61 min )

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Bitcoin halvings have generally been good for the network. But price increases have decreased over time, says Todd Groth, head of research at CoinDesk Indices.  ( 62 min )

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Earnings were strong, and the future is looking bright after a big contract win.  ( 61 min )

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Want to profit in today's bull market? Consider these fantastic stocks before they make a comeback and help you score big.  ( 63 min )

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Llama 2, an open-source LLM created by Meta Platforms, gets massive praise from Nvidia's CEO.  ( 60 min )

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Uncover the secret behind IBM's winning AI strategy and its potential to outshine other tech giants in a highly profitable market.  ( 63 min )

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I am 73 and my wife is 70 with one son. We have $235,000 in a savings account and we each have $250,000 in Roth IRAs. We also have $1.675 million in a brokerage account and $1.55 million in a 401(k). Everything other than the two Roths are invested solely in stocks and the two […] The post Ask an Advisor: We’re in Our 70s With Nearly $3.5 Million Invested ‘Solely in Stocks.’ Should We Switch to a 60/40 Portfolio? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 63 min )

NYCB made it clear in a Tuesday filing that its new executive chairman Alessandro DiNello is now officially the boss, with the CEO reporting to him.  ( 63 min )

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Find the latest The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Comp (GT) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

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How do you spend $41 billion without buying more ships? The post Maersk had more cash than it knew what to do with — but not anymore appeared first on FreightWaves.  ( 64 min )

Imagine that you’re 60 years old with $800,000 in retirement savings and $4,000 in monthly living expenses. However, you want to wait until age 65 to claim Social Security, so you need to find a way to generate additional income for five more years. Whether you plan to delay Social Security or not, a financial […] The post How Do I Cover $4,000 in Monthly Living Expenses? I’m 60 With $800k in Retirement Savings, But I Won’t Collect Social Security for 5 Years appeared first on SmartReads by Smar  ( 63 min )

Nvidia's bubble is still inflating and Wall Street legends know when they need to get out.  ( 60 min )

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Find the latest Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Find the latest Check Point Software Technologi (CHKP) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

Find the latest Aon plc (AON) stock forecast based on top analyst's estimates, plus more investing and trading data from Yahoo Finance  ( 5 min )

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Palantir is riding the artificial intelligence wave to higher revenue, profits, and stock price valuations.  ( 60 min )

These stocks offer higher-yielding payouts that should continue rising at a solid clip.  ( 63 min )

Two artificial intelligence (AI) stocks might be better buys than Nvidia right now.  ( 63 min )

The more than 100% soar in Arm stock is the latest sign that investors can't get enough of the AI trade even if the future benefits can't fully be quantified.  ( 62 min )

Elon Musk has claimed that Delaware, home to much of corporate America, is trying to prevent businesses from heeding his call to leave the state, where a court invalidated his $56 billion Tesla pay package. Since the Delaware Court of Chancery ruled to rescind Musk's record pay package on Jan. 31, the Tesla CEO has posted on social media about reincorporating the electric vehicle maker in Texas, where it has its headquarters, and encouraging others to follow. "Move your company out of Delaware before they lock the doors, as they just did with Tripadvisor," Musk tweeted on Monday.  ( 61 min )

SoFi delivered profitability on the bottom line and gave excellent long-term forecasts, all while being more prudent with lending.  ( 60 min )

Investors could earn substantial gains in Uber if autonomous self-driving vehicles go mainstream.  ( 64 min )

It's rarely too late to invest in exceptional companies.  ( 62 min )

Super Micro Computer blew past my initial price target for 2026 in less than a month.  ( 60 min )

Palantir stock is soaring following its blowout Q4 earnings report. Dan Ives of Wedbush Securities is calling for even further gains.  ( 63 min )

This S&P 500 recently reached a new record high, but the stock market could still move higher this year.  ( 63 min )

Looking for investment opportunities that can still deliver big wins in today's bull market? These beaten-down stocks could deliver massive returns.  ( 62 min )

While off to a slower start than 2023, filings are expected to continue in the industry, especially among many direct-to-consumer brands.  ( 67 min )

Bottom-of-the-barrel price targets from three Wall Street analysts suggest that some of the highest-flying and widely owned AI stocks could lose up to 88% of their value.  ( 65 min )

These reasonably priced growth stocks could help patient investors turn a profit in the market.  ( 63 min )

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Sticky software, AI chips, and digital robots, oh my!  ( 62 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Thai Airways International Pcl has dropped Rolls-Royce Holdings Plc as its sole supplier of next-generation widebody engines in favor of General Electric Co. — a blow to the UK company as it tries to improve profitability.Most Read from BloombergMusk Says Putin Can’t Lose in Ukraine, Opposes Senate BillWall Street Caught Off Guard by ‘Sticky’ CPI Signs: Markets WrapStanChart Weighs Break Up of Corporate, Investment BankPutin Seeks Revenge on a World Order He Once Wanted to JoinLyf  ( 62 min )

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They may not thrive when the environment isn't rock solid, but these stocks are built to outperform when things are good.  ( 63 min )

The tech sector has continued to stay hot so far this year. Though valuations may be a tad uncomfortable for those who’ve yet to punch their ticket, it has to be comforting that the Wall Street crowd still views many of the high flyers (like AVGO, CDNS, and NOW) as Strong Buys. Therefore, in this piece, we’ll look at TipRanks’ Comparison Tool to check in with those three impressive performers in the tech scene with generative artificial intelligence (AI) catalysts that could help them achieve mo  ( 63 min )

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In this piece, I evaluated two EV stocks, NIO (NYSE:NIO) and BYD (OTC:BYDDY), using TipRanks’ comparison tool to see which stock is the better buy. A closer look suggests a bearish view for NIO and a bullish view for BYD. China-based NIO designs, manufactures, and sells electric vehicles in China and Hong Kong, the U.S., the U.K., and Germany. Meanwhile, BYD, also based in China, manufactures and sells EVs, rechargeable batteries, and select other electronics, including components for mobile dev  ( 63 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- It was, without a doubt, a strong earnings report.Most Read from BloombergMusk Says Putin Can’t Lose in Ukraine, Opposes Senate BillWall Street Caught Off Guard by ‘Sticky’ CPI Signs: Markets WrapPutin Seeks Revenge on a World Order He Once Wanted to JoinStanChart Weighs Break Up of Corporate, Investment BankLyft Corrects Earnings Margin Gain to 50 Basis Points From 500Lyft Inc. projected adjusted earnings as much as 11% higher than analysts’ estimates, and reported bookings ahead  ( 63 min )

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De energierekening van een gemiddeld huishouden was in januari 12 procent lager dan een jaar eerder. Maar we zijn niet goedkoper uit dan de afgelopen maanden, want eind 2023 was de energierekening nog lager dan vorig maand.  ( 8 min )

Het aantal vergunningen voor nieuwe huizen is vorig jaar gedaald naar het laagste punt sinds 2016. Voor slechts 55.000 woningen zijn vergunningen verleend. Dat is 15 procent minder dan een jaar eerder.  ( 9 min )

Vliegtuigpassagiers keken raar op tijdens hun vlucht van Amsterdam naar Detroit. Een uur na het opstijgen kropen er maden uit een bagagevak boven de stoelen. De maden bleken uit een tas met rotte vis te komen.  ( 9 min )

Volkswagen onderzoekt zijn activiteiten in de Chinese regio Xinjiang. Dat besluit is genomen na een publicatie van Handelsblatt. Volgens de Duitse krant zou er bij de bouw van een testlocatie in Turpan, een stad in de West-Chinese regio, dwangarbeid hebben plaatsgevonden.  ( 9 min )

Ruimtebedrijf SpaceX van Elon Musk mag Israël en delen van Gaza van internet voorzien met zijn Starlink-satellieten. Dat meldt de Israëlische minister van Communicatie Shlomo Karhi in een bericht op X.  ( 9 min )

Babboe moet voorlopig stoppen met het verkopen van zijn bakfietsen op last van de Nederlandse Voedsel- en Warenautoriteit (NVWA). Die concludeert na onderzoek dat honderden frames in de afgelopen jaren zijn gebroken.  ( 9 min )

Ruimtebedrijf SpaceX van Elon Musk mag Israël en delen van Gaza van internet voorzien met zijn Starlink-satellieten. Dat meldt de Israëlische minister van Communicatie Shlomo Karhi in een bericht op socialemediaplatform X.  ( 9 min )

Bloemenveiling Royal FloraHolland heeft in de twee weken voor Valentijn 166 miljoen rozen verkocht. Dat zijn er 15 miljoen meer dan vorig jaar. De roos is daarmee de meestverkochte bloem. Vooral rode rozen uit ons land waren populair.  ( 9 min )

Plasticbedrijven hebben de stekker getrokken uit een initiatief om samen te verduurzamen. Onder leiding van de overheid wilden de bedrijven ambitieuze milieudoelen halen, maar die bleken zonder extra wetgeving onhaalbaar. "Ik hoop dat dit een wake-upcall is."  ( 12 min )

Door flinke koersstijgingen van de bitcoin in de afgelopen maanden is de hele voorraad van deze cryptomunten weer meer dan 1 biljoen dollar waard. Daarmee benadert de munt de waarde van Facebook-moederbedrijf Meta en die van de Nederlandse economie.  ( 9 min )

Door flinke koersstijgingen van de bitcoin in de afgelopen maanden is de hele voorraad van deze cryptomunten weer meer dan 1 biljoen dollar waard. Daarmee benadert de munt de waarde van Facebook-moederbedrijf Meta en die van de Nederlandse economie.  ( 9 min )

De prijzen van verschillende producten in supermarkten zullen dit jaar stabiliseren en normaliseren. Extreme prijsstijgingen zijn uitgesloten nu de inflatie blijft afnemen. We blijven door mislukte oogsten wel meer betalen voor olijfolie, aardappelen, bieten en suiker.  ( 10 min )

De prijzen van verschillende producten in supermarkten zullen dit jaar stabiliseren en normaliseren. Extreme prijsstijgingen zijn uitgesloten nu de inflatie blijft afnemen. We blijven door mislukte oogsten wel meer betalen voor olijfolie, aardappelen, bieten en suiker.  ( 10 min )

Stoppen met de financiering van olie en gas is niet de juiste aanpak om klimaatproblemen op te lossen. Dat stelt ING in reactie op eisen van Milieudefensie.  ( 10 min )

Jaren later dan gepland kunnen mobiele telecomproviders zich vanaf donderdag inschrijven voor de veiling van nieuwe 5G-frequenties. De 5G-veiling moet voor de zomer plaatsvinden, zodat de radiofrequenties vanaf 1 augustus gebruikt kunnen worden.  ( 9 min )

Toezichthouder ACM start met een onderzoek naar bol, omdat het platform zichzelf en sommige ondernemers zou voortrekken. Het bedrijf bevestigt onderwerp van onderzoek te zijn.  ( 8 min )

Na drie kwartalen economische krimp ziet het er weer zonnig uit: in het laatste kwartaal van 2023 is de Nederlandse economie gegroeid. Dat komt vooral doordat consumenten hun hogere lonen gretig zijn gaan uitgeven.  ( 11 min )

Na drie kwartalen economische krimp ziet het er weer zonnig uit: in het laatste kwartaal van 2023 is de Nederlandse economie gegroeid. Dat komt vooral doordat consumenten hun hogere lonen gretig zijn gaan uitgeven.  ( 10 min )

Het verbod op sigarettenverkoop in Nederlandse supermarkten kost Albert Heijn enkele procentpunten van zijn omzet. Dat komt neer op honderden miljoenen euro's.  ( 9 min )

Vrijwel alles in de supermarkt is duurder geworden, maar olijfolie spant de kroon. Een fles olijfolie is de afgelopen twee jaar gemiddeld 50 procent duurder geworden. Geen ander product is zo hard in prijs omhooggegaan, zo bevestigt statistiekbureau CBS desgevraagd.  ( 11 min )

ABN AMRO zette over het afgelopen jaar een nettowinst in de boeken van 2,7 miljard euro. Belangrijke pijler onder dit resultaat waren rente-inkomsten, die vorig jaar opliepen tot meer dan 6 miljard. Dat blijkt uit de jaarcijfers die de bank woensdag publiceerde.  ( 9 min )

Nederlandse huishoudens verbruikten vorig jaar 11 procent minder gas dan in 2022, terwijl de winters ongeveer even streng waren. Het dalende gasverbruik lijkt een trend te worden.  ( 10 min )

De Franse regering moet haar leaseprogramma voor elektrische auto's voor mensen met een klein inkomen al na zes weken pauzeren. Er kwamen veel meer aanvragen binnen dan er wagens beschikbaar waren.  ( 9 min )

De toch al lage werkloosheid is in het vierde kwartaal van vorig jaar nog wat verder gezakt. Zo'n 360.000 mensen willen wel een baan, maar hebben er geen gevonden. Dat zijn er zesduizend minder dan het kwartaal ervoor.  ( 8 min )

Vrijwel alles in de supermarkt is duurder geworden, maar olijfolie spant de kroon. Een fles olijfolie is de afgelopen twee jaar gemiddeld 50 procent duurder geworden. Geen ander product is zo hard in prijs omhooggegaan, zo bevestigt statistiekbureau CBS desgevraagd.  ( 10 min )

The S&P 500 gained 1.0% on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024, recovering some of the ground it lost in the prior session after hotter-than-expected inflation data.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities rose at midday Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024 following Tuesday's big selloff on the higher-than-expected inflation. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq gained.  ( 1 min )

Nvidia's market capitalization surged past Alphabet's Wednesday, making it America’s third most valuable company behind Microsoft and Apple.  ( 1 min )

Robinhood shares jumped in pre-market trading after the commission-free brokerage firm topped analysts' fourth-quarter estimates. Here's an important chart level worth watching.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures were up in premarket trading on Wednesday, rebounding somewhat from yesterday's CPI-triggered sell-off.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures were pointing higher after Tuesday's inflation data-induced selloff, Kraft Heinz's sales fell short of expectations, while Cisco reports after the closing bell. Lyft went on a wild ride after its earnings report and Uber announced a $7 billion stock buyback. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

Investor influx into the 'Magnificent Seven'—a group comprising Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta Platforms, Microsoft, Nvidia and Tesla—is not without risk.  ( 1 min )

Shares of SentinelOne Inc. rose Wednesday after Bank of America Securities upgraded the stock and raised its price target in an positive report about the overall cybersecurity sector.  ( 1 min )